Naturopathy is a system of health care that emphasizes the body’s ability to heal itself. Through changes in diet and lifestyle, complimented with the use herbal remedies, and essential vitamins and minerals, Naturopathy can aid in bringing the body back into balance. Naturopaths seek to optimize the health of the whole body, including physical, emotional, spiritual, and environmental health, in order to address dis-ease. It is based on six principles of healing:
- Doctor as teacher
- Do no harm
- Healing power of nature
- Treat the cause
- Treat the whole person
- Prevention
Naturopathic therapies include:
- Nutrition
- Herbal Medicine
- Vitamin and Supplement Therapy
- Homeopathy
- Hydrotherapy
- Lifestyle Counseling
- Physical Medicine
Naturopathy can be used to address ANY dis-ease state by addressing the underlying cause of dis-ease and treating the whole person. Below are several examples of conditions that Naturopathy can address and is by no means complete.
Acne
Allergies
Arthritis
Autoimmune Diseases
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)
Cardiovascular Disease
Chronic Back Pain
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Depression
Diabetes
Eczema
Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER)
Insomnia
Irritable Bowel Disease (Crohn’s/Ulcerative Colitis)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Menopausal Symptoms
Migraines
Otitis Media
Premenstrual Syndrome
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Weight Loss
Disclaimer
Naturopathy is not regulated in the state of Pennsylvania. While Rose Paisley, ND is a licensed primary care provider in the state of Oregon she is not licensed as a physician in Pennsylvania. In this state, Rose Paisley functions as a natural health consultant. Patients requiring a medical diagnosis should seek care elsewhere. Naturopathy is an excellent compliment to the care offered by your traditional physician. She is happy to work in conjunction with your physician to coordinate treatment recommendations. For more information about licensing please check out the Pennsylvania Association of Naturopathic Physicians.
