What is Naturopathy?
	Naturopathy teaches you the best way to live within your own body. We can help you understand the diet and lifestyle that will lead you to greater wellness and vitality. The focus is to not only treat the symptoms of illness, but to address the cause in each unique body.

The therapies used provide gentle encouragement and support to the healing process. They include herbal medicine, nutritional medicine, and diet and lifestyle. Naturopathy is a wonderful combination of traditional wisdom, and the latest scientific research.

Your visit

First consultation – 1 hour. A detailed case history is taken, and a treatment plan devised.

Follow up consultations – 30 – 40mins. Treatment and progress is assessed, and adjustments made to the treatment plan.

Naturopathy and Osteopathy

Great results are achieved using naturopathic care alongside osteopathic treatment. Some examples include –

• Arthritis – providing anti-inflammatory herbs and dietary advice to decrease pain and inflammation
• Muscle tension – Relaxing herbs and nutritionals relieve physical and emotional stress so that muscles are more at ease.
• Pre-conception – Providing dietary and lifestyle advice to couples wishing to have a baby.
• Pregnancy – Helping mother and baby be as healthy as possible

Complementary Healthcare

Vicki is happy to work alongside your doctor or other health practitioner. You don’t have to choose between naturopathy and medical care; they can work very well alongside each other.