A Naturopath strives to treat the underlying cause of symptoms and puts its focus on prevention, treatment, and wellness through the use of safe and effective natural therapies. The services of a registered Naturopathic Physician are covered by most extended healthcare plans. Consult with your employer or health insurance company to determine the extent of your benefits. Direct billing with extended healthcare plans are available at our clinic, please bring your extended healthcare cards with you.
CONSULTATION
When you book Naturopathic Consultation with Dr. Shi she will conduct an in-depth assessment, comprehensive physical examination and relevant lab testing to fully understand your current health concerns. Based on this information, Dr. Shi will then develop an naturopathic plan outlining the natural treatment options that will best address your unique health goals.
ACUPUNCTURE & CUPPING
Acupuncture is done to restore energy flow, blood circulation to balance your health by stimulating acupuncture points within body with the use of disposable hair-thin sterilized needles. Acupuncture is effective in treating muscle tightness and nerve irritation. Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. Cupping improves blood flow, targets trigger points, and provides fascial release.
ACUPRESSURE MASSAGE
Acupressure is a specific type of massage that relies primarily on using the thumbs, fingers and palms to apply pressure to various points on the body. Therapists may use various rhythms, pressures and techniques in the practice. By applying pressure to specific points of the body, practitioners manipulate the flow of chi (qi) energy in the patient. Acupressure points — or acupoints — are locations on the body where chi may become congested or completely blocked. Acupressure massage is a natural holistic technique to address blockages that may be causing additional health problems.
GLUTATHIONE PUSH/CLEANSE & DETOX
Glutathione is an important substance found in every cell in the body, where it acts as an antioxidant to neutralize free radicals and prevent cellular damage. Glutathione functions include: improving the immune system, repairing DNA and detoxification of harmful substances such as pharmaceutical drugs, radiation and many other toxins. Anti aging and promote red blood cell production. Glutathione push is a fast injection that allows absorption to bypass our digestive tract and directly into our system.
NATUROPATHIC WEIGHT LOSS
In our clinic, a common recommendation for weight loss is our MIC injections. These intramuscular injections contain methionine, inositol, choline, B12 and B6 and support appetite suppression, energy enhancement and fatty acid metabolism.
MIC injections contain the following:
L-Methionine – L-Methionine is an essential amino acid. An essential nutrient is one that cannot be manufactured by the body, it must be obtained from our diet. It is involved in the breakdown of fat, increase the production of creatine so benefits both the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems, and has been beneficial in treating skin conditions, neurological conditions, and depression.
Inositol – Inositol is a carbohydrate. It is not essential, as we are able to manufacture it. It is also involved in the breakdown of fat. It also reduces cholesterol, improves mood, and can aid in conditions like insomnia, anxiety, OCD, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, hair loss and vision loss.
Choline – Choline is an essential amine, often grouped with the B Vitamins. It is a precursor for neurotransmitter production, and can be beneficial in improving mood, memory, liver disorders and endurance athletes. Studies suggest most people are deficient in choline.
Methlycobalamin – Methylcobalamin is B12 in its active form. B12 benefits mood, energy production, carbohydrate and fat metabolism, heart disease, and memory.
ELAPROMED MICROCURRENT
Up to 70 ml/cc of active compounds are absorbed deep into the skin during one treatment. Botanical stem-cells and vital actives combined in the most advanced proprietary formulations that address the face, body, and scalp concerns. Very low voltage Elapromed equipment stimulates the skin to open up the dermal water channels and allow for high actives absorption with no discomfort.
Elapromed treatments are helpful for a wide variety of different conditions and concerns. Some of these conditions include:
- Muscle injury and joint pain
- Acne, acne scars and oily skin
- Sensitive and irritated skin
- Stretch marks, cellulite
- Dark spots and sun damaged skin
- Fine lines, wrinkles and aging skin
- Hair loss and alopecia