Physical Medicine
Physical Medicine describes the hands-on techniques including osteopathic manipulative techniques, massage and body work, visceral manipulation*, craniosacral therapy* and energy medicine*.
Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) use Phys Med for joint and muscle pain relief but it can also treat conditions that affect every system in the body. The musculoskeletal system, digestive system, nervous system and immune system all benefit from one Physical Medicine treatment. By realigning the body and restoring balance to bones and muscles, Physical Medicine allows your entire body to work better as a whole.
Common conditions treated:
- Respiratory conditions: Asthma, sinus infections
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and constipation.
- Chronic pain, including fibromyalgia, arthritis, menstrual pain and migraines.
- Musculoskeletal problems like back and neck pain, joint pain and carpal tunnel syndrome.
- Specific and limited problems associated with pregnancy, such as swelling (edema), insomnia and sciatica.
- Sports injuries and repetitive stress injuries.
Program Structure
- First visit is a 45 minute appointment that includes evaluation and treatment.
- Follow up visits are 20 minutes every 4-6 days for a total of 4 treatment-only sessions.
- Re-evaluation is a 45 minute appointment that includes treatment when needed.
*These services are not covered by insurance and are cash per service regardless of time spent providing the service or number of areas treated.