Naturopathy
Nutrition. Sleep. Stress. Medications. Supplements. Lifestyle.
Health rarely comes down to just one thing.
Naturopathic medicine takes a comprehensive approach to understanding the factors that may be affecting your health and developing an individualized plan based on your needs.
What Is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic Doctors (ND) are regulated health professionals in Ontario.
Naturopathic medicine combines conventional health sciences with evidence-informed naturopathic approaches, with an emphasis on individualized care, prevention and patient education.
Treatment recommendations may involve:
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Nutrition
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Lifestyle modification
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Nutritional supplementation
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Botanical medicine
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Stress and sleep strategies
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Other naturopathic therapies within the practitioner's scope
Recommendations depend on your health history and individual clinical needs.
Why Do Patients See a Naturopathic Doctor?
People seek naturopathic care for many reasons, including:
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Nutritional guidance
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Digestive concerns
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Fatigue and energy concerns
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Sleep
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Stress management
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Women's health
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Healthy aging
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Lifestyle optimization
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Supplement review
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General wellness and prevention
Naturopathic care should complement - not replace - appropriate medical investigation and treatment.
What Happens at the First Visit?
Expect questions. Quite a few of them.
A naturopathic assessment may explore your:
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Current health concerns
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Medical history
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Medications
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Supplements
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Nutrition
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Sleep
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Stress
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Physical activity
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Lifestyle
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Previous laboratory investigations
Your ND then develops recommendations based on the information gathered.
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Personalized Care Starts With Understanding the Whole Picture.
Naturopathic Medicine FAQ
Do I need a referral?
Generally, no. You can book directly with a Naturopathic Doctor.
Is naturopathic medicine covered by OHIP?
Naturopathic services are generally not covered by OHIP. Some extended health plans provide coverage for Naturopathic Doctor visits.
Should I stop seeing my family doctor?
No. Naturopathic medicine can work alongside conventional medical care. Continue appropriate medical follow-up and prescribed treatment unless the prescribing practitioner advises otherwise.
Should I bring my medications and supplements?
Yes, or bring an accurate list with the names and doses. This is particularly important when supplements or injectable therapies are being considered.
Are vitamin injections available?
Sigma Rehab offers vitamin injections through its naturopathic services when clinically appropriate. Suitability must be determined after appropriate assessment.
