Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine is a primary health care system that involves the use of natural therapies and medicines to help stimulate the body’s own healing powers and maintain optimal health. Through individualized patient care, a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) will treat the cause of the disease and not just suppress any symptoms. Patients are treated as a whole and all aspects including mental, emotional, physical and spiritual are taken into account during the process of diagnosing and developing a treatment plan. Patients are empowered and motivated to get better when they gain extra knowledge about their bodies and current health conditions.
Modalities Used in Naturopathic Medicine
Clinical Nutrition
Natural vitamins and minerals are combined with specific diets to address deficiencies. Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid intramuscular injections are also used to help increase energy, metabolism, immunity and overall health.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a 4000 year old natural treatment that helps balance Qi (the universal life energy in the body). It can help reduce stress, increase energy, improve sleep, decrease pain, and even prepare the body for fertility.
Cupping
Cupping is a traditional Chinese therapy that involves vacuuming the air out of a plactic or glass cup over the body. It leaves a red circular mark on the skin in many occasions. Cupping helps mobilize lymphatic circulation and blood flow which aids the body heal.
Physical Medicine
Physical medicine includes the use of massage, rehabilitation education, and physical strengthening to help reduce pain and inflammation. Electro-stimulation to the muscles can help them relax while increasing blood flow to the area.
Botanical Medicine
Natural constituents are extracted out of botanical herbs to help the body heal without side effects. These herbs can come in the form of teas, tinctures, powders and capsules.
Prevention and Lifestyle Counseling
Sometimes we need help to make healthy lifestyle choices. A one-on-one counseling session with a naturopathic doctor can help you identify poor lifestyle choices and turn them into life long healthy habits.
Homeopathy
Homeopathic remedies comes from natural plant, mineral and animal sources that have been serially diluted to a non-molecular dosage. These energetic remedies can stimulate the body's vital force to heal itself.
Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy is the use of alternating hot and cold water or temperatures to help stimulate adrenal function, increase immunity, improve digestion and detoxification. These are treatments patients can do at home themselves.
The First Visit
The first visit consists of an in depth interview whereby information including personal health conditions, stress, diet, exercise, daily life activities, past medical history, and family history are collected to help in the diagnosis of the current health complaint. A detailed complaint oriented physical exam will be performed and if applicable, a urinalysis, blood sugar and cholesterol reading can be done on-site. Other special blood test are also available. At the end of the visit, the patient is educated on the probable cause or causes of their disharmony and what is needed of them to bring back health; compliance to treatment, devotion to their bodies, and persistence for life long health are the most important requirements.
The Principles of Naturopathic Medicine
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First, to do no harm.
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To cooperate with the healing powers of nature.
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To address the fundamental causes of disease.
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To heal the whole person through individualized treatment.
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To teach the principles of healthy living and preventative medicine.
Testimonials
No More Headaches!
J.I., female patient, November 2013
I have been seeing Dr. Trudy for a few years now and have loved every minute of it! I originally went for migraine/headaches and can now say my headaches are gone and I have more energy thanks to the B12 shots! I highly recommend Dr. Trudy, she is very professional and thorough.
Slow Thyroid Expert
S.V., male patient, January 2014
Dr Trudy is an expert in helping people with slow thyroid problems. She is a good listener, very eager to help, and to provide right supplements for solving problems. I'm pleased to deal with such expert.
Fixed My Shoulder
V.B., male patient, May 2014
For months I had been in pain after a sports injury. Spent countless hours visiting with chiropractors, doctors, etc. Dr Trudy fixed it in no time. Now she is working on a tendon in my leg. I am sure I'll be fine for my next hike in the Rockies...
Professional and Knowledgeable
D.F., male patient, July 2013
Dr. Chim is very thorough and professional. Her extensive knowledge in her field makes a patient feel very comfortable in the treatments given. I would recommend both family and friends to Dr. Chim.
Naturopathic Visit
A.C., female patient, July 2013
My last visit to Trudy Chim was excellent. Nice ambience, the room was quiet and relaxing and the whole visit was enjoyable.
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