Natural Health Basics

Holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates of holistic health typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.

Acupuncture
The practice of acupuncture is based on the philosophy of yin and yang—two opposite forces that govern all aspects of life, including health. Ailments result from an imbalance of these two forces, which is caused by the disruption or blockage of energy, or chi, in the body.

Acupuncturists commonly use thin metal needles as a means of stimulation to points along specific energy pathways, or meridians, to help chi flow freely. Massage, heat, lasers and magnets are also used as an alternative to the needles.

Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy refers to the use of essential oils extracted from herbs, trees and plants for therapeutic purposes. Aromatherapists can recommend personally tailored scents for specific ailments, or to promote well-being.

Treatment generally involves the mixing of essential oils with a neutral one, such as vegetable oil. Three examples of application include having the mixed oil spread over the body in a massage, added to bathwater or inhaled.

Chiropractic
Focusing on the vital relationship between the nervous system and your health, chiropractic restores health and well being by removing spinal nerve interference known as vertebral subluxation. This is done, without the aid of drugs or surgery, most commonly to help treat various problems involving bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons. Generally, a chiropractor manually applies a controlled force to the problem area, alleviating inflammation, reduced mobility or pain. Chiropractors are also trained to give advice on lifestyle and dietary changes.

Dentistry
The health of your teeth can impact your overall health. Did you know that gum disease has been linked to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes? With nearly a third of Americans susceptible to gum disease, dental health is key to well-being. While daily dental hygiene is imperative, preventive care is just as crucial.

Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a holistic form of medicine that treats illnesses through the use of extreme dilutions of herbs, animal substances and chemical compounds. The term homeopathy comes from the Greek homeo meaning "similar," and pathos meaning "suffering." Samuel Hahnemann, an 18th-century German physician, coined the term in 1796.

Massage Therapy
Therapeutic massage, manipulating body tissue with the hands, heals muscles and promotes better circulation. It is effective for patients who suffer a range of conditions from arthritis to paralysis and is often used to relieve pain and reduce swelling.

Naturopathy
Naturopathy is a blend of different therapies, all attempting to restore the body to health in the most natural way possible. Based on the idea that the body has the innate ability to fight disease, its techniques are noninvasive and designed to stimulate the body's natural healing powers.

Nutrition and Diet Therapy
Nutrition and diet therapies educate people about the connection between food and health. Nutritionists and dietitians promote good eating habits to help prevent disease and to treat preexisting conditions. They work with a patient's unique biological makeup to plan a diet regimen that will facilitate his or her return to optimal health.

Osteopathy
Osteopaths practice medicine just like medical doctors. But osteopaths are distinguished by their holistic philosophy. They believe a proper working musculoskeletal system is at the core of a person's well-being. These physicians use techniques like osteopathic manipulative treatment, to help diagnose illness and injury and encourage healing.

Physical Therapy
Following extensive assessment and diagnosis of a disease or disability, physical therapy seeks to rehabilitate the body through movement and touch. Exercise and massage are two main applications of therapeutic treatment. Patients of physical therapy include accident victims and sufferers of debilitating conditions such as strokes, lower back pain, head injuries, heart disease and cerebral palsy.

Health Professionals in Atlanta

Harry A Kramer Massage Therapist	send email
"As a lifelong student and practitioner of various mind-body-spirit healing techniques, I often combine therapies to create effective treatments that will achieve the client"s specific goals. I am nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork. ..." See full profile	2118 Castleway Dr NE Atlanta, Georgia 30345 (404) 634-9172
Tae Sun Park DOM Acupuncturist	send email
"Tae Sun Park DOM is professor at Edgewood College of GA. He is Lisenced acupuncturist and chinese herbologist in N.Y and G.A. He is member of SOMUN academic association in Korea.He is ..." See full profile	5441 Buford hwy Suite202 Atlanta, Georgia 30340 (404) 488-9648
Judd Weinberg DC Chiropractor	send email
"In my office the motto is always to "Greet Every Patient as a Friend & Treat Every Patient Like Family", and that is our goal with everyone we see. At all times ..." See full profile	1155 Hammond Drive Suite D 4285 Atlanta, Georgia 30328 (770) 522-9800
Mariryan Heschmeyer DOM, AP, MA Acupuncturist	send email
"I have seen ailments all over the charts and success the same. I work with professional athletes on a daily basis and see sport related injuries throughout the day. However i have ..." See full profile	3050 Peachtree Road Suite 3 Atlanta, Georgia 30305 (404) 467-1278
Ellen Levy DC, ND Chiropractor	send email
"I am both a Chiropractor and a Naturopath, and can bring a unique holistic perspective to dealing with your health issues.I have studied Alternative Health for over 30 years,and I am certified ..." See full profile	95 Cliftwood Drive Ste C Atlanta, Georgia 30328 (404) 256-2244
Julie Zhao Massage Therapist	send email
"Acupressure Qi healing is a type of Chinese medical massage. Acupressure is used to achieve a profound state of energetic balance whereby energy flows throughout the body, healing your neck, shoulders and ..." See full profile	165 W Wieuca Road Ste 310 Atlanta, Georgia 30342 (404) 431-1438
Henry Chung Phd, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Through much practice and experiences, I have always had a different approach in the world of oriental medicine and acupuncture. I have studied and practiced extensively in this field to distinguish myself ..." See full profile	5953 Buford Hwy Suite 201 Atlanta, Georgia 30340 (770) 457-8947
Li Liu L.Ac Acupuncturist	send email
"Most women came to me for help with their infertility issues, either in natural approach or in combination with IUIs or iVFs. Other women issues include fibroid, PCOS, ovarian cyst, PMS and ..." See full profile	455 E Paces Ferry Rd Suite 201 Atlanta, Georgia 30305 (404) 841-9994
Joi Dupre MS, LMT Massage Therapist	send email
"I am committed to providing a professional, compassionate, & motivating environment in which to fulfill specific life goals and enhance well being. I am a GA and SC licensed massage therapist with ..." See full profile	1155 Hammond Drive Suite D4285 Atlanta, Georgia 30328 (404) 966-7819
Kerri Winston PhD, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Ideal patients at Acupuncture Works know that it is important to take their health seriously and to live in such a way that well being is enhanced in every aspect of life, ..." See full profile	3115 Piedmont Road NE Suite E-102 Atlanta, Georgia 30305 (404) 949-0550

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