By Carol Wood


Naturopathic doctors use nature to help heal the body. It is a practice that uses herbal remedies and natural medicine to help the body use its own healing and defenses. What are some of the uses of naturopathy and cancer treatments that help the patient to live a better life?

Naturopathy is an alternative to traditional medicine that is gaining ground in helping cancer patients to live a symptom-free life from the effects of radiation and chemotherapy. Naturopathy may also help improve the patient's response to these treatments. The cancer patient uses this method in conjunction with traditional therapies.

Some herbal remedies can help to control or alleviate certain side effects of traditional medicine which is why many cancer patients seek this alternative form of treatment. It helps to improve their quality of life as they go through their treatments. They find that they have greater strength and improvement in their symptoms when they use this alternative medicine.

Naturopathic doctors work independently and along with traditional doctors to help the patient experience the greatest form of healing and health. Naturopaths take college courses to learn this type of medicine and often have residencies with current practitioners. They have extensive training and knowledge in the natural healing arts and when their education is complete, they receive their credentials that give them the title of ND or Naturopathic Doctor.

There are traditional naturopaths who have not studied formally but practice this form of medical treatment. They may have many different methods they have used to learn this practice and it is best to check the source of their credentials before seeking treatment. Many are more than happy to talk about their training. Some naturopaths have their credentials posted on their website or hanging in their offices for view by the public.

Not every state will license a naturopathic doctor and some states do not have practicing NDs or endorse this type of treatment. You must research whether your state allows this type of practice and if not which states do. If you are seeking the services of and ND you may have to relocate if your state does not endorse this type of medical treatment.

Naturopathy uses many forms of treatment such as vitamin and mineral therapy, massage techniques, herbal remedies, spinal manipulation and other such treatments to aid the patient in healing from illness or injury. This method of treatment is considered to be holistic in that is considers the whole person and not just their illness or symptoms.

If you are looking for alternative treatments to work in conjunction with your cancer treatment, you should seek the service of a qualified practitioner in your area. Naturopathic medicine has a lot to offer and you may find that it helps to improve your quality of life as well. Always check with your state about any licensing and qualifications of anyone you are seeking treatment from. They will be able to assist you in finding a qualified practitioner in your area if you state licenses this kind of practice.




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