What kind of treatments are offered at the Saturday Free Clinic?

ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture is an ancient form of medicine originating in China. For thousands of years this system of medicine has been developing treatments for diseases of all kinds.
It treats anxiety/depression, digestive problems, insomnia, headaches and pain of all kinds and much, much more. Acupuncture also supports the health of people who are getting treatment for cancer and other diseases. Perhaps most importantly ,it is an effective preventative medicine.
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is an up -to-date system of medicine that is used in many hospitals and clinics in China and around the world.

MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage therapy melts away stress and tension, relieving associated headaches and muscular aches & pains. By encouraging the body's own healing processes to act, massage therapy reduces injury healing time. Massage therapy aids in the healing process from injury or over-use, and is an excellent form of preventive health care.

HOMEOPATHY
Homeopathy is a system of natural therapeutics which heals deeply, gently and thoroughly. It has been in use around the globe for over 200 years. Founded by Samuel Hahnemann, a German physician, it is a complete system of medical theory and practice that has become recognized internationally as one of the principal forms of Complementary and Alternative Health Care. Homeopathy can be used to promote rapid and deep healing of a wide variety of ailments and injuries, both acute and chronic. It also has a long history of effective prevention of illness.

For an excellent, thorough description of homeopathic medicine, visit: Maritime Society of Homeopaths

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE
Naturopathic Doctors use therapies such as nutritional medicine, detoxification, herbal medicine, and acupuncture. While any person can benefit from naturopathic medicine, specific concerns may include digestive complaints, arthritis, heart disease, anxiety, depression, cancer, insomnia, low energy and chronic pain. Naturopathic Doctors take a holistic approach by addressing the impact of nutrition, lifestyle, the environment, and the mind-body connection.

PHYSIOTHERAPY
Physiotherapists treat symptoms of illness, injury, aging, or disability through personalized therapeutic exercises. Treatment can improve movement and function, increase strength, and relieve pain. Physiotherapy is useful in maintaining strength and function as well as preventing future injury.