Winter Newsletter

The IHI Newsletter for Winter 2010 is all about hormones.

Winter Events

Download the Winter 2009-2010 Programs & Class Schedule for complete details.

H1N1 Special Report

For naturopathic approaches to flu prevention, download the IHI Special Report on H1N1.

Hypnobirthing

The Mongan Method is as much a philosophy as it is a technique for achieving a satisfying, relaxing and stress-free birth. Read about the new classes on the News and Events page.

Infant Massage Workshop

Your baby needs your loving hands - learn more about this six week course with two instructors.

Services

The Integrative Health Institute endeavors to combine the science of sound medical knowledge with the intuition and creative thinking that embodies the art of medicine. We work collaboratively with our clients to find solutions that address the cause of their concerns.

In the spring, wild daffodils poke through the dry straw of last year's grass.

The practical philosophy behind naturopathic medicine seeks to restore and maintain optimum health by emphasizing nature's inherent self-healing process.

Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct primary health care system that incorporates the art, science and natural forms of medicine with modern scientific knowledge. A naturopathic doctor is a primary care practitioner distinguished by their practicing philosophy, which seeks to restore and maintain optimum health by emphasizing nature's inherent self-healing process. Naturopathic medicine involves disease diagnosis as well as treatment and prevention using natural therapies which include botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, hydrotherapy, acupuncture and lifestyle counselling. Read more...

Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy is an important therapeutic tool for relaxation and deep muscular release. We have a variety of practitioners with backgrounds ranging from Cranial Sacral therapy to myofascial release. Read more...

Chiropractic

The official beginning of the chiropractic professional dates back to 1895 with the Canadian D.D. Palmer. Throughout the twentieth century, the profession has gained considerable recognition of scientific support. Read more...

Counselling

In addition to personal counselling, our clinic has placed a special importance on assisting our patients to uncover the underlying determinants of many of their health concerns through one-on-one as well as couple's counselling. Read more...

Doula

With our ever increasing pace of life and the change in the role of communities in our modern society, having the support of someone trained in pregnancy, labour and post-partum care can significantly improve a women’s birth experience. Read more...

Diagnosis & Assessment

Integrative medicine involves a comprehensive approach to diagnosis and assessment. It begins with a thorough review of a patient's health history and includes such practices as nutritional analysis and laboratory testing. Read more...

Personal Training & Fitness Assessment

Having a personal trainer is similar to having your very own personal coach and a great way to reach goals and find new ones! Fitness assessment includes a measure of cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, posture, balance and agility. Read more...

Laboratory Services

We offer comprehensive laboratory testing and follow-up in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Read more...

Acupuncture & Related Techniques

Acupuncture is a common therapeutic intervention and practiced in this clinic in accordance with principles derived from Traditional Chinese Medicine. A healing response is realized by stimulating precise locations on the body. Additional techniques such as cupping and auricular medicine are also employed. Read more...

Hydrotherapy

We are pleased to offer a fully equipped hydrotherapy suite with an Infrared sauna and shower. Infrared sauna technology is a dry-sauna technology that emits energy in the form of infrared light. The result is profuse sweating coupled with an increased heart rate and blood circulation, softened collagen tissue, decreased joint stiffness, relief of muscle spasms and reductions in inflammation. Read more...

Detoxification

Medically supervised detoxification programs have become an imperative component of preventative health. All of our detoxification programs are tailored to meet the needs of individual patients. Read more...

Yoga and Pilates

We have chosen to offer a selection of fitness classes that reflect the importance of nurturing both the mind and body. Download a current Fitness Schedule in PDF.

NEW!
IHI now offers post-natal as well as pre-natal yoga!

With classes ranging from 3-5 students, everyone has the opportunity to receive individualized attention and gain the most from their yoga or pilates practice. Read more...

Dispensary

In order to provide you with the highest quality and most convenient services, our dispensary carries a variety of professional products and homeopathics to help keep you and your family feeling their best. Read more...

Types of Patients

Naturopathic Doctors are trained to provide primary care services to any type of patient. Coupled with an integrative team, we treat a variety of acute and chronic illnesses as well as address preventative wellness and long-term strategies for optimal living. Read more...

Last Modified 29 October, 2009 6:11 PM