Jennifer Brett, ND, LAc Urticaria is defined as “local wheals and erythema in the superficial dermis” (Beers and Berkow, 1999). Chronic urticaria is any wheals or erythema lasting more than […]
Thomas Kruzel, ND Anal fissure is a common finding in patients presenting with rectal pain, and is often associated with internal hemorrhoids. While there are only a few allopathic treatments
Eric Yarnell, ND, RH(AHG) These three medicinal trees all contain significant quantities of salicylates, on the order of 3%-10% by dry weight in bark and leaves. Many ancient texts, including
Shaida Sina, ND Cancer is a complex disease state that requires a holistic approach to treatment. Aromatic therapies may provide valuable adjunctive treatment options. Some of the areas which are
Eric Yarnell, ND, RH(AHG) Paeonia lactiflora (Chinese peony) and Paeonia brownii (California peony) relax smooth muscle tissue with a particular affinity for the female reproductive tract. They also have a
Eric Chan, ND Traditionally, there have been two ways in which our naturopathic medical skills have contributed to the field of orthopedic medicine. First, there are nutraceuticals which can decrease
Aubrey Rickford, ND I have been practicing acupuncture for seven years. In that time, I have incorporated many styles of acupuncture including traditional Chinese, Japanese, myofascial trigger point, biomedical and
David A. Tallman, DC, NMD Regenerative injection therapy (RIT) applied as part of a comprehensive naturopathic orthopedic program is an extremely effective approach for the treatment of osteoarthrosis of the
Stephen W. Parcell, ND A 30-year-oldmale triathlete presented in June of 2004 with a history of renal stones occurring after the Ironman events (2000 and 2002). Each episode required hospital
By Eric Yarnell, ND, RH Every naturopathic physician knows lobelia inflata and its important effects on the lungs. However, many have forgotten or did not learn of its uses in
