What is integrative medicine?
Integrative medicine is the combination of conventional, complementary and alternative approaches to address the biological, psychological, social and spiritual aspects of health. It emphasizes respect for the human capacity for healing; the importance of the relationship between practitioner and patient; the value of patient education; a collaborative approach to patient care among all practitioners; and the practice of conventional, complementary, and alternative health care that is evidence-based.
What are some examples of integrative medicine?
Examples of complementary approaches that can be used in conjunction with conventional medical care include:
- Yoga, Tai Chi and Qigong
- Mindfulness meditation
- Acupuncture
- Massage
- Nutritional education and therapy
What are the benefits of integrative therapies?
A person who experiences integrative care often feels a sense of empowerment from being more actively involved in maintaining his or her own health. Integrative care services also increase your treatment options overall; often at a lower cost compared to traditional medical services. And the GoodHealth Commons offers convenience and easy access by bringing multiple practitioners into one central location.
What kind of medical conditions can benefit from these services?
Integrative therapies can be applied to treat and manage a wide range of diseases and conditions. We care for people with heart disease, pain, weight management needs, cancer, diabetes, stress, respiratory distress, women's health issues and many other health concerns.
Do I have to be sick or suffer from an illness to try GoodHealth Commons?
No. The overall goal of GoodHealth Commons is to promote optimal health and wellness. Our services include preventative therapies and educational opportunities that are designed to enhance each person's spirit and improve their overall quality of life.
Will my doctor recommend this kind of treatment?
The treatments, counseling and education classes are designed to complement any current physician-ordered care. Our practitioners encourage communication and collaboration with physicians in the delivery of recommended integrative treatments. Physician referrals are always welcome but not always required.
Are integrative services covered by insurance?
Some services are covered by insurance providers. Please consult your insurance provider with questions regarding covered services.
What kind of training do the practitioners have?
GoodHealth Commons is committed to providing top-notch service in a professional setting. Our practitioner groups are staffed by highly-qualified therapists. This team is made up of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and other experts including nationally certified and state licensed acupuncturists, registered and licensed dieticians, registered nurses, licensed massage therapists and certified diabetes educators. In addition, the natural food chefs have undergone years of rigorous training in cooking whole foods.
For more information about integrative care treatments and articles, please visit www.goodhealth.com, Seton's wellness information web resource.