
Services & Specialties
Systems of The Body We Heal Naturally
Common Physical Disorders We Treat
Skeletal Disorders
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Osteoarthritis: a degenerative joint disease that results in the breakdown of cartilage in the joints
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Rheumatoid arthritis: an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of the joints, leading to pain and stiffness
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Osteoporosis: a condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile
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Gout: a form of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints
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Fractures: breaks in the bone, can be caused by trauma or osteoporosis
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Scoliosis: a condition in which the spine curves to the side
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Kyphosis: a condition in which there is an excessive curvature of the upper spine, causing a rounded appearance of the upper back
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Lordosis: a condition in which there is an excessive curvature of the lower spine, causing an increased arch in the lower back
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Osteomalacia: a condition that results from a deficiency of vitamin D, which leads to weak bones
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Osteomyelitis: a bone infection, usually caused by bacteria
Muscular Disorders
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Muscular Dystrophy: a group of inherited diseases that cause muscle weakness and degeneration.
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Myasthenia Gravis: a disorder that causes muscle weakness, caused by a problem with the communication between nerves and muscles.
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Polymyositis: a rare autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation and weakness in the skeletal muscles.
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Dermatomyositis: a rare autoimmune disorder that causes muscle weakness, along with a skin rash.
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Fibromyalgia: a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain and tenderness.
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Myositis: a general term for inflammation of the muscles.
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Myofasciitis: inflammation of the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding muscle fibers
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Myopathy: a general term for any disease or disorder of the muscle
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Rhabdomyolysis: a condition in which muscle tissue breaks down and releases a protein called myoglobin into the bloodstream.
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Myotonia: a muscle disorder characterized by the inability of a muscle to relax after contracting.
Nervous Disorders
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Alzheimer's disease: a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior.
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Parkinson's disease: a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement.
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Epilepsy: a disorder of the brain characterized by seizures.
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Multiple Sclerosis: a chronic, progressive disease that affects the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord).
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Migraine: a type of headache characterized by a severe headache, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound.
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Bell's Palsy: a sudden weakness or paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face, caused by inflammation of the facial nerve.
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Stroke: a medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death.
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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.
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Peripheral neuropathy: a disorder of the peripheral nerves, which can cause weakness, numbness, tingling, and pain in the hands and feet
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Guillain-Barre syndrome: an autoimmune disorder that causes the immune system to attack the peripheral nerves.
Endocrinal Disorders
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Diabetes mellitus: a disorder in which the body can't properly use and store glucose (sugar).
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Hypothyroidism: a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough hormones.
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Hyperthyroidism: a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much hormones.
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Cushing's disease: a disorder caused by the overproduction of the hormone cortisol by the adrenal glands.
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Addison's disease: a disorder caused by the underproduction of the hormone cortisol by the adrenal glands.
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Acromegaly: a disorder caused by the overproduction of the hormone growth hormone by the pituitary gland.
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Hypopituitarism: a disorder caused by the underproduction of one or more hormones by the pituitary gland.
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): a hormonal disorder that affects women and can cause irregular periods, unwanted hair growth and acne.
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Hypogonadism: a disorder in which the gonads (testes or ovaries) do not produce enough hormones.
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Hyperparathyroidism: a disorder caused by the overproduction of the parathyroid hormone, that regulates the balance of calcium in the body.
Cardiovascular Disorders
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Coronary artery disease (CAD): a condition in which the vessels that supply blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked.
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Heart failure: a condition in which the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs.
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Hypertension (high blood pressure): a condition in which the force of blood against the artery walls is too high.
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Arrhythmia: a problem with the rate or rhythm of the heartbeat.
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Atherosclerosis: a condition in which the arteries become narrowed or blocked by a buildup of plaque.
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Aortic aneurysm: a bulging or ballooning in the wall of the aorta, the main blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart.
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Peripheral artery disease (PAD): a condition in which narrowed or blocked blood vessels reduce blood flow to the limbs.
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Deep vein thrombosis (DVT): a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, usually in the leg.
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Pulmonary embolism (PE): a blocked artery in the lung, often caused by a DVT.
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Cardiomyopathy: a disease of the heart muscle that can make it harder for the heart to pump blood.
Lymphatic Disorders
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Lymphoma: a cancer that begins in the lymphatic system, it can be Hodgkin lymphoma or non-Hodgkin lymphoma
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Leukemia: a cancer of the white blood cells
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Scleroderma: a condition characterized by the hardening and thickening of the skin and connective tissues
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Lupus: an autoimmune disorder that can affect the skin, joints, kidneys, and other organs
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Rheumatoid arthritis: an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the joints and other parts of the body.
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Sjogren's syndrome: an autoimmune disorder that affects the tear and saliva glands.
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Myasthenia gravis: a disorder that causes muscle weakness, caused by a problem with the communication between nerves and muscles
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Chronic fatigue syndrome: a disorder characterized by severe fatigue that is not improved by rest
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Lyme disease: an infection caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, transmitted by tick bites.
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Elephantiasis: a tropical disease that is caused by the blockage of the lymphatic vessels and leads to excessive swelling of the skin and tissues.
Respiratory Disorders
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Asthma: a chronic condition in which the airways become inflamed and narrowed, making it difficult to breathe.
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): a group of lung diseases that make it hard to breathe and get worse over time.
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Tuberculosis (TB): a bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs, but can also affect other parts of the body.
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Pneumonia: an infection of the lungs that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
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Bronchitis: an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which can be acute or chronic.
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Emphysema: a lung disease that causes damage to the air sacs in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe.
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Cystic fibrosis: a genetic disorder that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs.
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Lung cancer: a type of cancer that starts in the lungs.
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Sleep apnea: a disorder in which a person's breathing is repeatedly interrupted during sleep.
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Interstitial lung disease: a group of lung disorders characterized by inflammation and scarring of the lung tissue.
Digestive Disorders
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus.
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Ulcerative colitis: a chronic inflammatory disease of the colon and rectum.
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Crohn's disease: a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect any part of the digestive tract
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): a common disorder that affects the large intestine.
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Diverticulitis: a condition in which small pouches in the wall of the colon become inflamed or infected.
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Hemorrhoids: swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus.
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Gallstones: solidified material that develops in the gallbladder.
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Liver cirrhosis: a chronic liver disease caused by the damage of the liver cells
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Pancreatitis: an inflammation of the pancreas
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Celiac disease: an autoimmune disorder that causes damage to the small intestine when gluten is consumed.
Urinary Disorders
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Nephritis: an inflammation of the kidneys
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Nephrotic syndrome: a kidney disorder that causes your body to excrete too much protein in your urine
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Nephrosis: a kidney disorder characterized by the loss of protein in the urine and swelling
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Kidney stones: hard mineral deposits that can form in the kidneys
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Urinary tract infections (UTIs): an infection in any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra
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Interstitial cystitis: a chronic bladder condition that causes recurring discomfort or pain in the bladder and the surrounding pelvic area
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Bladder cancer: a type of cancer that starts in the bladder
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Kidney cancer: a type of cancer that starts in the kidneys.
Integumentary Disorders
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Acne: a common skin condition that causes pimples or "zits"
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Eczema: a group of inflammatory skin conditions that cause red, itchy, and scaly rashes
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Psoriasis: a chronic skin condition that causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin
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Rosacea: a chronic skin disorder characterized by redness and inflammation of the face
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Skin cancer: a group of diseases that occur when skin cells undergo malignant transformations and grow into tumors
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Melanoma: a type of skin cancer that begins in the melanocytes (pigment-producing cells)
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Basal cell carcinoma: a type of skin cancer that begins in the basal cells (the lower part of the epidermis)
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Squamous cell carcinoma: a type of skin cancer that begins in the squamous cells (the upper part of the epidermis)
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Scleroderma: a condition characterized by the hardening and thickening of the skin and connective tissues
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Alopecia: a condition characterized by hair loss.
Reproductive Disorders
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Infertility: the inability to conceive after a year of regular unprotected sex
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Decreased Libido : Decreased interest in sexual engagement and/or lack of arousal
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): a hormonal disorder in women that can cause irregular periods, acne, and excess hair growth
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Endometriosis: a condition in which the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of it
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Ovarian cysts: fluid-filled sacs that develop on or inside the ovaries
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Uterine fibroids: noncancerous growths of the uterus
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Cervical cancer: a type of cancer that starts in the cervix
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Breast cancer: a type of cancer that starts in the breast.
Immune Disorders
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Allergies: a reaction of the immune system to a foreign substance, such as pollen, food, or medication
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Asthma: a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways
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Autoimmune diseases: a group of disorders in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues in the body, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis
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HIV/AIDS: a viral infection that attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
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Infections: caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
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Cancer: the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body
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Leukemia: a type of cancer that starts in the blood-forming cells of the bone marrow
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Lymphoma: a type of cancer that starts in the cells of the immune system
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Myeloma: a type of cancer that starts in the plasma cells of the bone marrow.
Common Mental Disorders We Treat
Mental & Emotional Disorders
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Depression: a mood disorder characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and lack of interest in life
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Anxiety disorders: a group of mental disorders characterized by excessive worry and fear, such as generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and phobias
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Bipolar disorder: a mood disorder characterized by episodes of mania (elevated or irritable mood) and depression
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Schizophrenia: a serious mental disorder characterized by a distorted perception of reality and abnormal social behavior
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PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder): a mental disorder that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event, such as combat, sexual assault, or a natural disaster
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OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder): a mental disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors
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Eating disorders: a group of mental disorders characterized by abnormal eating habits, such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder
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Addiction: a chronic disorder characterized by the compulsive use of a substance or engagement in a behavior despite its harmful consequences
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ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder): a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
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Postpartum depression: a type of depression that can occur after giving birth
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Seasonal affective disorder (SAD): a type of depression that occurs at the same time each year, usually in the fall or winter
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Grief: the emotional response to loss, which can include feelings of sadness, loneliness, and anger.