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Acupuncture is one tool in my Naturopathic Tool Kit that I use on a very regular basis.  It is such an excellent therapy for many different health concerns, including infertility, pain management, stress, and muscle tension.  It is really one of my go-to treatments in clinic!  When treating a patient with Acupuncture, practitioners typically employ a particular style based on either a Western or Eastern approach, with each having their own strengths and specialty.  The benefit of being a Naturopathic Doctor is that I have training in both these techniques, which gives me the best of ...

As a Naturopathic Doctor there are many treatment "tools in my toolbox" that I use to help my clients.  These treatments can include botanical medicine, acupuncture, supplements, as well as hydrotherapy.   In addition to these, one therapy that I find especially helpful as a treatment option is Soft Tissue Manipulation.  Let's learn a little more about this valuable, hands-on treatment!

What is Soft Tissue Manipulation?

Soft Tissue Manipulation is a treatment (such as massage) that provides a therapeutic action on the soft tissue in your body.  Examples of soft tissues include muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia.  Soft tissues are important to ...

Naturopathic doctors understand that mental health is critical to our overall wellness.  This is especially true during this COVID 19 pandemic.  We're all concerned for our health and the health of our loved ones.  While we cannot avoid the stress that these concerns bring, I know how important it is to keep our stress and mood in check to help us get through these tough times.   

When we are struggling with depression, anxiety or other psychological concerns, our health can suffer. Often when we are stressed we don't always make good choices for our health.  If ...

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I hate to say it but I'm afraid that allergy season is on the way.  I'm looking forward to some spring weather, however, the same cannot be said of the allergy symptoms that often tag along.  While we still have some time yet before the season is in full swing, now is the time to get prepared!  So let's talk about seasonal allergies and a treatment called quercetin.

What are Seasonal Allergies?

Seasonal allergies are the result of an exaggerated immune response to allergens (pollen) in our environment.  Whether due to grass, tree, plant, or mold, seasonal allergies can present with many ...