Integrative medicine

Integrative medicine seeks to identify and treat the underlying cause of your condition. It centers on the idea that one condition may have many causes or one cause can have many conditions

Integrative medicine focuses on you as a whole person and not just your illness or disease. While it seeks to understand the underlying cause of your symptoms or condition, it does so by looking at your complete mind, body and spirit. Integrative medicine uses an evidence-based approach to improve your health and wellness.

Integrative medicine aims for well-coordinated care among different providers and specialists. It brings together conventional healthcare approaches (like medication and psychotherapy) and complementary therapies

What are the benefits of integrative medicine?

Integrative medicine techniques support your body’s natural ability to heal. It helps you reduce stress and promotes relaxation that leads to better health. It can help you achieve optimal health when you engage in your own healing and are empowered to make lifestyle changes. Using integrative medicine can help you regain control of your well-being.

What are the risks of integrative medicine?

All recommended therapies and lifestyle changes are very safe with minimal risk. However, the treatments aren’t substitutes for regular medical care. Integrative medicine is used together with your regular medical treatments. Integrative medicine providers communicate their care recommendations with your medical provider. In this way, care is coordinated and avoids confusion.