Whether you’re an athlete, office worker, student or bus driver, you’ve probably experienced muscle or joint pain. These are the most common and often ignored symptoms, with most people at a loss for how to stop the pain other than popping a Tylenol or Advil. Pain that affects your daily life should not be ignored.
Our muscles, joints and bones are what allow us to physically interact with the world and perform our daily activities. Keeping them healthy and preventing future injury will help you stay active and mobile into old age.
Some examples of musculoskeletal health issues:
- Tennis elbow
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Muscle tension/aching
- Low back pain
- Plantar fasciitis
- Muscle sprains/strains
- Osteoporosis
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative disk disease
Naturopathic Treatment
Naturopathic therapies for musculoskeletal conditions ranges from pain management to treating the cause, and may include prevention from recurrence or worsening of an existing condition. Your Naturopathic Doctor will conduct in-depth analyses and work with you to determine the best course of treatment for your individual case.
Examples of Naturopathic Treatments:
- Acupuncture for pain management (low back pain, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, etc.)
- Hydrotherapy treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome
- Therapeutic stretches, topical creams and/or nutritional therapies for lengthening and providing relief for tense muscles
- Vitamin and mineral treatments for osteoporosis
- Anti-inflammatory natural health products for osteoarthritis
- Dietary recommendations for healthy bones and joints