What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that emphasizes natural and non-invasive treatments to support the body's ability to heal itself. Naturopathic doctors focus on addressing the root causes of illness, using a combination of dietary and lifestyle changes, herbal medicine, nutritional supplements, and other natural therapies to promote overall health and well-being. It is important to note that naturopathic practitioners may also integrate allopathic medicine when necessary, recognizing the value of conventional medical interventions to complement and enhance patient care. This collaborative approach ensures a comprehensive and balanced strategy tailored to the individual's health needs.
Principles of Naturopathic Medicine
The Healing Power of Nature (vis medicatrix naturae)
The body has an inherent ability to heal, which is ordered and intelligent. Identify and remove obstacles to healing and support the body’s innate abilities.
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Identify and Treat the Causes (tolle causam)
Identify and remove the underlying causes of illness, rather than eliminating or merely suppressing symptoms.
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First Do No Harm (primum non nocere)
Use methods and medicinal substances which minimize the risk of harmful side effects. Avoid, when possible, the harmful suppression of symptoms; and acknowledge and respect the individual's healing process, using the least force necessary to diagnose and treat illness.
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Doctor as Teacher (docere)
Educate the patient and encourage self-responsibility for health.
One of the many strengths of Naturopathic Medicine is the principle of Docere or Doctor as Teacher. Docere means to give knowledge or to teach. It is the backbone of our healing relationship with each of our patients at Lynnwood Trinity Clinic. Each physician strives to educate and in turn be educated by each person we serve at our clinic.
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Treat the Whole Person (tolle totum)
Treat each individual by taking into account physical, mental, emotional, genetic, environmental and social factors.
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