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 Phoenix

Qiling Lu Acupuncturist	send email
"Dr. Qiling (pronounced "chee ling") Lu was a M.D. and Professor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine in China and in the USA, Dr. Lu is certified by NCCAOM, the National Credentialing Commission ..." See full profile	2211 E Highland Ave Ste 105 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 954-2678
Oddveig Myhre NMD Naturopath	send email
"Hi, I'm Dr. O! Most of my patients come to me for balancing and optimizing of hormones, decreasing inflammation in the body and promoting optimal health. When we work together as a ..." See full profile	3543 N 7th Street Phoenix, Arizona 85014 (602) 263-8484
Collin N Ito DMD Dentist	send email
"Whether you are due for a routine check-up, require restorative treatment, or desire cosmetic services to improve your smile, I welcome you to my practice! My commitment is to provide you with ..." See full profile	4909 E Chandler Blvd Suite 501 Phoenix, Arizona 85048 (480) 785-9191
Tammy J Roecker LMT, NCTMB, CIMI, CPT, IAIM Massage Therapist	send email
"I specialize in low back pain and rotator cuff injuries. No matter where you are having problems, I listen, and custom-make the massage to your needs using a variety of techniques. I also ..." See full profile	23005 N 15th Avenue Suite 104 Phoenix, Arizona 85027 (602) 697-6463
Matthew Dorchester DC, CCSP, LLC Chiropractor	send email
"Practice includes naturopathic care, general medical care, physiotherapy, and massage therapy serving home, sports, and work related injuries. " See full profile	18325 N Allied Way Suite 105 Phoenix, Arizona 85054 (480) 991-3399
Sami Rank MS, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Sami encourages each patient to adapt a lifestyle most suitable toward realizing one's greatest potential. In addition to employing the ancient techniques of acupuncture and herbal medicine, Sami specializes in nutritional analysis ..." See full profile	2522 N 13th Street Phoenix, Arizona 85006 (602) 350-6506
Trina Smith LMT, NCBTMB Massage Therapist	send email
"I was trained in Massage at the Arizona School of Massage Therapy, and worked as a therapist at the famed Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa for almost 2 years. I am now ..." See full profile	3119 W Wethersfield Rd. Phoenix, Arizona 85029 (480) 235-9437
Russell R Berg Chiropractor	send email
"Dr. Berg been in practice for 29 years. Dr. Berg graduated magna cum laude from the Los Angeles Chiropractic College. He is Board Certified in sports injuries, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, and acupuncture. Dr. ..." See full profile	13835 N Tatum Blvd Suite 3 Phoenix, Arizona 85032 (602) 953-1900
Dawn Krueger-Sherin LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Dawn Krueger-Sherin graduated with honors from Rainstar University with a Masters in Oriental Medicine. She then went to Beijing China to continue her study. Her internship was at Guang An Men Hospital ..." See full profile	4532 E Windsong Drive Phoenix, Arizona 85048 (480) 221-5808
Michelle Mullican LMT Massage Therapist	send email
"Feeling Upside Down, A Little Twisted? Let Sculptured Bodywork Sculpture Your Muscles to Your Needs, Whether You Want To Relax or Get Ready For a Sporting Event. " See full profile	3315 W Helena Dr Phoenix, Arizona 85053 (623) 688-7521

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