Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation TMS
TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a revolutionary treatment for depression and other brain diseases. Utilizing magnetic pulses over the course of 9 weeks, remission from depression is over 60%. It is a cutting edge, powerful and very effective treatment. To learn more about TMS, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy visit www.neurohealthmaine.com
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Myofascial Release What is Fascia? As defined by Jean-Claude Guimberteau and Colin Armstrong in their book, Architecture of Human Living Fascia, “Fascia is the tensional, continuous fibrillar network within the body, extending from the surface of the skin to the nucleus of the cell. This global network is mobile, adaptable, fractal and irregular; it constitutes the…
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What is Homeopathy? Homeopathy is a natural healing modality that uses extreme dilutions of substances from nature to stimulate a healing response. It is based on the Law of Similars which states that if a substance can cause symptoms in a healthy person in its crude form, then it can stimulate self-healing of similar symptoms…
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Functional Medicine is an innovative approach to healthcare. It views a person as a complex web of biochemical, genetic, and physiological factors that all play a role in overall health. Rather than label a patient with a collection of diagnoses, Functional Medicine uses a science-based approach to look at the underlying roots of symptoms. By studying…
Read MoreBioidentical Hormone Therapy
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) uses customized blends of hormones that are molecularly identical to those your body already produces. Many conventional, pharmaceutical products are made from synthetic chemicals — for instance, did you know Premarin ™ is derived from pregnant mare’s urine? These hormones are made for horses, not humans. On the other hand, using…
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Here at Integrative Health Center of Maine, we believe in providing the very best healthcare for our patients. Because every person is different there is no “one size fits all” treatment for any given medical condition. Integrative Medicine combines effective solutions from the worlds of natural medicine, conventional medicine, alternative and complementary treatments…we basically use…
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The holistic practice of women’s health care is the treatment of women through all phases of their lives. At Integrative Health Center of Maine, we recognize that menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause are normal processes and not diseases. At the same time, many women experience uncomfortable or even debilitating symptoms related to the reproductive system. Holistic…
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Therapy Dog Integrative Health Center of Maine currently does not have Therapy Dogs at our practice. What is a therapy dog? Therapy animals bring comfort and provide medical benefits to those who are suffering. Local hospitals such as Maine Medical Center have been employing therapy animals for years. Studies have shown multiple positive health outcomes for conditions such…
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Founded upon a holistic philosophy that considers body, mind and spirit inseparable and equally important in regaining and maintaining a state of optimum health, Naturopathic Medicine has evolved to become the leading edge option for living in our “environmentally challenged” modern world. With the goal of a more natural, less toxic way of living and…
Read MoreOsteopathic Manipulative Treatment
Osteopathic manipulative treatment, or OMT is hands-on care. It involves using the physicians hands to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness or injury. Directly affects muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments and fascia, stimulating circulation of blood, lymphatic fluid or cerebrospinal fluid using a variety of techniques including cranial osteopathy, myofascial release, facilitated positional release, counterstrain, muscle energy, trigger…
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