Naturopathic Medicine offers a holistic approach to healthcare, emphasizing natural remedies and techniques to support the body's inherent healing capacity. Naturopathic doctors assess individuals comprehensively, considering physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects to tailor treatments accordingly. Therapies employed range from personalized diets and nutritional supplements to botanical medicine, homeopathy, and Traditional Chinese Medicine practices like acupuncture, chiropractic manipulations, hydrotherapy, and lifestyle counseling. By addressing the root causes of illness and promoting overall well-being, Naturopathic Medicine seeks to optimize health using gentle, non-invasive methods.

This service is offered virtually by Dr. Nora Ovtcharova, BSc(Hon), ND

Naturopathic Medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that emphasizes natural remedies and techniques to support the body's innate healing abilities. Here's a breakdown of the therapies typically utilized by naturopathic doctors:

1. Individualized Diets and Nutritional Supplements: Naturopathic doctors often recommend specific diets tailored to individual needs, along with nutritional supplements to address deficiencies and promote overall health. This approach can also help in managing food intolerances and treating certain diseases.

2. Botanical Medicine: Herbal remedies are used in various forms such as teas, tinctures, capsules, or extracts to balance the body and treat ailments. Botanical medicine draws on the healing properties of plants to support health and wellness.

3. Homeopathy: This alternative medicine practice involves the use of highly diluted substances to trigger the body's natural healing response. Homeopathic remedies are chosen based on the principle of "like cures like," where a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person is used to treat similar symptoms in someone who is ill.

4. Traditional Chinese Medicine: Incorporating principles from traditional Chinese medicine, which may include acupuncture, herbal remedies, and dietary adjustments to restore balance and promote well-being. Acupuncture involves the insertion of thin needles at specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow and alleviate various conditions.

5. Chiropractic Manipulations: Chiropractic adjustments focus on realigning the spine and musculoskeletal system to improve neuromuscular function and alleviate pain or dysfunction. This hands-on therapy is often used to address issues such as back pain, neck pain, and headaches.

6. Hydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy involves the therapeutic use of water in various forms, such as hot baths, cold compresses, or steam treatments, to enhance circulation, detoxification, and immune function. It can be beneficial for relieving pain, reducing inflammation, and supporting overall health.

7. Lifestyle Counseling: Naturopathic doctors assess lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, stress levels, and environmental influences to provide personalized recommendations for optimizing physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Lifestyle counseling aims to empower individuals to make positive changes that support long-term health and vitality.

Overall, naturopathic medicine emphasizes the importance of treating the whole person rather than just the symptoms, with a focus on natural and non-invasive therapies to support the body's inherent ability to heal itself.

How to book your first appointment?

1. Book your first appointment online here.

2. You will receive an email confirming your appointment has been booked. If you are a first-time patient you will also receive an email from us asking you to create an account in our system.

3. On the day of the appointment you will receive an email from us with a Zoom link (this should be automatically sent out 60 minutes before the scheduled time). If you did not receive this email make sure to contact us at (905) 294 - 6172 or email us at reception@qualitycaresi.ca.

4. Once Dr. Nora completes your initial appointment she will provide recommendations on how to proceed with your care plan.

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