by | Jun 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
NAET
According to Barret NAET, an acronym for Nambudinpad’s Allergy Elimination Technique is a very weird system of check-up treatment that is based on the facts that the causes of allergies are energy blockage and the diagnosis can be carried out using muscle-testing and cured permanently using acupressure or treatments involving acupuncture. According to the founder Dr. Devis NAET are a non-invasive, drug free, natural solution that can be used to relieve patients suffering from allergies of different types and intensities using a combination of “selective energy balancing” testing and acupuncture/acupressure treatment procedures, allopathy, chiropractic, nutritional, and kinesiology and disciplines of medicine.
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NAET was invented 1983 by Dr Devi Nambudripad (MD, D.C, L.AC, PhD) who has suffered a lifelong allergy. She took the best side of several modes of healing medicine, chiropractic, kinesiology, acupuncture, acupressure and nutrition) and combined into one treatment as NAET. According to Dr Devi, “you treat one allergen at a time. If your immune system is not low, you may need just one treatment to cure your response to one allergen. A person with a moderate amount of allergies could be required to visit the office 15-20 times just to cure the sensitivity of 15-20 allergens caused by food and environment” she said.
During the first visit, basic important nutrients are treated during the few first visits. Treatment of chemicals, environmental allergens, vaccinations, immunisations etc is completed after about ten basic important nutrients. NAET can cure adverse reactions to egg, milk, peanuts, penicillin, aspirin, mushrooms, shellfish, latex, grass, ragweed, flowers, perfume, animal, dander, animal epithelial, make-up, chemicals, cigarette smoke, pathogens, heat, cold other environmental agents. To desensitise a severe allergen, it may take several visits.
Science based allergists gave the definition of allergies as a reaction of the immune system of the body that occurs after the body becomes sensitised to an allergen which is normally a protein. When the protein(allergens) react with antibodies they trigger the release of histamine which can cause various other symptoms and skin rashes, the result is an allergic reaction. An allergy is defined according to what a particular substance does to the flow of energy in the body. Allergies are caused by energy imbalances in the body, leading to a diminished state of health in one or more organ systems. There have been many medication available for treating allergies, although these medications come with side-effects. These medications include the use of antihistamines. Diphenhydramine which is antihistamine used to alleviate the symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and the common cold. Also can be used to prevent and cure nausea, vomiting and dizziness. The side effects of using antihistamines include drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, stomach upset, blurred vision, or dry mouth/nose/throat may occur. Besides allergy medications are not all that effective as the symptoms in which they are treated may come back after treatment.
Although Nambudripad recommendations are taking a standard allergy history, the main diagnostic procedure is kinesiology (muscle testing) in which the practitioner tests whether the patient’s arm can resist being pulled by the practitioner by placing substances in patients hand. The substance is said to cause allergy when the arm is weak. For testing children or adults who are weak or incapacitated “surrogate testing” is used. This particular testing can be performed by using the surrogate to touch the skin of the patient. The muscle of the surrogate is tested by the practitioner. Although some practitioners may use an electromagnetic device which measures the resistance to a small current flow from the device. On completion of the testing, the practitioner then proceeds to treat specific acupuncture points in the back by the application of strong acupressure either with bare hands or a pressure device while the patient holds the allergen in their hands, touching the substance with the pads of their fingers. For all patients above the age of 10, they will receive the same acupressure or acupuncture needles on specific points on the front of the body. After the first treatment, the patient is said to remain in the office for fifteen to twenty minutes. After which the practitioner proceeds to the testing the muscular strength with the allergen in their hand. The treatment is said to be successful when the patient’s arm resists the practitioner’s pressure. The patient is instructed to wash his hands and rub them together for one minute. After which they are advised to stay away from the allergen in which they were treated for, for twenty-five hours. There are also advised to read the NAET guide book to find suitable food they can eat for the next twenty-five hours.
During the spinal NAET treatment method, only the practitioner and the patient are to be inside the room so as to prevent electromagnetic interference. This is because a third person can steal the treatment. When the patient visits again, the practitioner tests the first allergen that was treated, if the result is satisfactory, he proceeds to the next substance. The patient is advised to visit the office thirty to forty times (once or twice a week). NAET can also be used as a preventive measure in people who are not sick.
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Allergies and Illness
Undiagnosed allergies may be the cause of an illness. If you have any of the following symptoms or conditions, you may be suffering from an allergy, which could benefit from treatment.
Acne
ADHD
Anxiety
Asthma
Backache
Cough
Eczema
Fibromyalgia
Frequent Infections
Hemorrhoids
IBS
Insomnia
Migraines
Mood swings
Overeating
PMS
Restless Leg Syndrome
Vertigo
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by | Jun 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Massage therapy has the potential for being a beautiful practice, integrating healing of the body, mind and spirit. On a basic level it utilizes the manipulation of soft tissues to produce a healing effect in the body. When applied by a skilled and empathic practitioner, massage transcends simply “working out the sore spots” and enters the realm of true healing. True healing comes from within. The massage therapist doesn’t “fix” anything really, but rather supports the client to heal his or her own ailments. The body, mind and heart are a holistic, dynamic mix of information and experiences stored at a cellular level. When they receive the support they need through various practitioners and self-care, true healing and transformation will occur. Therefore, the key to the beauty of massage therapy is in who you go to see.
I chose to add massage therapy to my repertoire of healing practices about 10 years ago. Previously my work relied on knowledge and training in recreation and fitness programming, reflexology, acupressure, NLP and reiki energy work. It grew to feel like something was missing in my work and I knew it was time to get trained in massage. Massage when applied with care and compassion supports the body through touch. It is a tangible practice whereby a client and practitioner can physically sense and palpate what is going on in the muscle tissues. We can feel muscle knots, gritty, jagged fascial adhesions, tension patterns, as well as relaxed happy muscles and that is only the surface of the dialogue between the body and the practitioner.
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A good massage therapist follows all of the technical trainings from school – safety concerns, knowledge about conditions, injury, trauma, anatomy and physiology of the body, effects of stress on the immune system and tissue recovery. He or she pays attention to how much pressure to use with the massage techniques and educates clients on self-care.
What makes a TRULY GREAT MASSAGE THERAPIST is all those technical skills, paired with THE DESIRE TO BE A CARING, EMPATHIC AND COMPASSIONATE practitioner for each and every client. That is the clincher. I have had a number of massages done for myself over the years, some good, some not and a few that have been truly great. In the truly great ones I have found some key qualities that these terrific massage therapists emulated:
1. Listen and pay attention to what you and your body are saying.
2. Respect your need for silence and also for speaking your own mind.
3. Sincere kindness. You feel safe, respected and not judged.
This is what inspires me to strive to be great at what I do – it is why I am always studying and learning something new, why I take really good care of myself so I can be healthy, present and focused on my clients. This is the best gift I feel that I can give the clients who come to me for support with their healing. When looking for a massage therapist to address your healing, think ahead a little about what you believe makes a truly great massage therapist, and set your intentions to find someone who meets those needs. I wish you well on your journey of health and self-care!
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by | May 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
“Treat children as though they have already achieved their own greatness. Do it enough and they will actually be all that they dreamed of becoming.” – Dr. Wayne Dyer
At Docere Wellness Centre, I provide services in massage therapy, reflexology and reiki to clients of all ages. I have begun to see more children in my practice and am a parent to 2 girls, 9 and 5 years old; I treasure the lessons they are always delightfully giving me. Here are the ones that stand out the most:
- What do children teach us about ourselves?
- If they are acting out – I know this is a challenge, but something is amiss. They are struggling – do you know why?
- Get down to their height instead of towering above. They will feel respected and acknowledged.
- Be present – listen, pay attention and breathe. You don’t have to have all the answers. If you can’t listen at that moment, say so and set aside time afterwards to be present.
- Everything really will be ok.
- Children carry so much wisdom that they will share with the world as they come into their own.
- If you are raising children – you get to decide how to do it, you don’t have to follow an old map if you don’t agree with it. You can choose health and love above all else.
- Children love play, time with you and attention. Nothing makes them happier!
- There are numerous resources of support – you don’t have to go it alone. Health, school, behaviors, it can be a minefield to manage somedays and you don’t have to figure out how to do it all on your own.
- The answers are always found in love.
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Having my own children has taught me how important the footprints we land on this earth truly are. Children require presence, love, kindness and encouragement to grow into who they are meant to be and what role they are to play in this world. I have met many children since becoming a parent and see the amazing promise and beauty each little person has in them to share. I am very committed to being a voice on their behalf so that they are heard and pathways are cleared where they can shine their brilliance on the world as they grow. Children are very in tune with what they need, and will articulate that if they feel it is important. When I am working with a child at the office or am being a parent, I simply deem it my job to listen, be present and do the work that I do, recognizing the unique gifts each child brings forth.
In my massage therapy practice I do see children of a variety of ages and for many different reasons. Although young and generally heal quickly with the right support, they can have their struggles. Cognitive and developmental issues, sports training, stress from school and family situations, injuries and sometimes chronic health conditions can be experienced by children of all ages. Massage therapy calms the nervous system, soothes, releases tension and gives growing young people a sense of body awareness and safe care. If your children have a health insurance plan, often there is coverage for massage therapy, which helps make care accessible when needed. Docere Wellness Centre direct bills insurance companies. There are numerous families and children visit Docere’s practitioners, to receive care, education and support to live healthy, active lives.
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by | Apr 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
About a year ago I was attending a workshop and before a meal, we were asked to give thanks to the earth that grew our food, the farmers that tilled the soil, the market that sold the food, the cooks who prepared it and the good company whom which we were sharing it with. It had been sometime since I stopped and looked at how I receive the food that heals and nourishes my body and mind. I have studied culinary nutrition and learned about wholefoods, plant rich dietary habits, harvested from sustainable farms and can include ethically sourced meat and fish products. I am generally a conscious consumer of where my food comes from. This moment of gratitude though led me to stop and look at how much energy is put forth by the earth and by a whole community of people to bring food to my table. Think of rich, red beets, and curly, defiant green stems of kale, trimmed meats and get a feel for all the steps it took for the food to be presented to your belly! I can assure you dear reader, that your gratitude will deepen when you sit with that thought for a moment.
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The choices we make as individuals create a ripple effect in our communities. This week my daughters’ school is celebrating Earth Day and is conducting an assembly and presentations by the students to show regard and gratitude for what a healthy, loved earth does for us each day. They have been learning about “reduce, reuse, recycle” since preschool. I am so glad my children are growing up in a community conscious of teaching children choices and implications in how they impact others and the earth they live on.
5 Things You Can Do to Celebrate Earth Day
- Eat an organic, plant rich meal and sit a moment with gratitude and reflection for where it came from.
- Take a moment to be outside and feel the power of nature – how deep the roots of the trees go, the wind in the grasses, rain pattering on a rooftop, a fresh spring bud on a tree.
- Imagine summertime outside as a child, kicking a ball in the grass, ignoring pesky mosquitos, playing in a lake, running through a sprinkler, climbing on a jungle gym in the playground.
- Taking out the garbage – is there something there that belongs in the recycling bin?
- Conserve water, don’t let your car idle, take and use only what you need in a day.
Most important – enjoy every moment of it! And feel the blessings bestowed on you in a single moment of a single day, simply by being able to live on this beautiful planet of ours. Treasure it and have a wonderful day!
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by | Mar 30, 2017 | Uncategorized
What causes Adrenal fatigue?
When we are in a heightened state of stress, our sympathetic nervous system is activated cortisol (the stress hormone) is released from the adrenal glands. Cortisol helps the body prepare for “flight or fight” from stressful situations, freeing up energy stores. After this experience, we should have utilized the energy to get away from the situation and it should be a short period. However, when we experience chronic stress we have chronic cortisol release and energy is stored away in our tissues over time causing adrenal fatigue, weight gain, and insulin resistance. During sympathetic stimulation, we reduce the absorption of nutrients prolonged cortisol release will impact other hormones like our sex hormones and thyroid hormone. Our parasympathetic nervous system which opposes this allows us to rest and digest when we are relaxed or sleeping.
How to identify adrenal fatigue?
Identifying adrenal fatigue can be difficult, symptoms are general and can vary during different stages. Healthcare professionals can test or through extensive questioning evaluate your adrenal status. Some symptoms include anxiety, muscular weakness, neck stiffness, heartburn, gas/bloating, excessive sighing, fidgeting, poor sleep (inability to fall asleep or stay asleep), tired and wired state, sugar or salty food cravings, intolerance to cold and brain fog/difficulty concentrating.
Later stages of adrenal fatigue are in a constant state of fatigue, that only gets worse. Adrenal fatigue is due to the overstimulation of the sympathetic nervous system. “Type A people” release more norepinephrine and adrenaline than their counterparts “Type B.” Type A individuals are more common candidates for adrenal fatigue.
Is exercise good for adrenal fatigue?
Depending on what stage of adrenal fatigue you are in exercise can make things better or make things worse. It is important to avoid adrenaline release and over stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). If you are in the later stages just doing breathing and stretching exercises are about as far as you should go, these can be restorative. At this point you must be careful to avoid strenuous aerobic activity this will further deplete your adrenal glands and worsen your condition. Start with just breathing, Individuals tend to hold their breath or breathe very shallowly, it is important to breath deep, smooth, quiet, regular. Gentle breathing of the diaphragm through abdominal breathing can calm the nervous system and even can lower blood pressure. Abnormal breathing can stimulate the SNS, it can also trigger panic attacks.
Promote relaxation through activities like meditation, walking, expressing/receiving gratitude, reading or whatever activity you find recharging and relaxing. Watching television can be draining and habit forming, with certain programs elevating our cortisol levels. Our bodies are amazing at healing themselves we just need to identify and give them what they need to start the repair process.
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If you are NOT in the crash phase or severe adrenal fatigue exercise can be very beneficial. Yoga and stretching are very restorative. Physical activity allows the body to release endorphins which help boost mood, reduce fatigue and improve alertness and concentration. It also increases circulation throughout the body which improves the immune system, metabolism, and energy. Aerobic exercise is also a great stress relieving activity if you are on the mild adrenal fatigue side of the scale. If you feel energized and recharged after exercise you have likely found the right one for you. Pay attention to your body and do not push it.
Adrenal fatigue and stress have become so common in our society if you want to identify if you fall on the adrenal fatigue scale, book an appointment with Docere Wellness today. Also, ask about our adrenal shots!
