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Acupuncture

Literally, needle insertion. This now well known traditional Chinese art often provides significant pain relief in addition to curing some ailments by stimulating the flow of blood (and vital energy - Qi) - theoretically, in order to rebalance bodily disharmonies.

Sandra Curry,  LAc, DiplOM, MAcOML.Ac . Sandra.curry@yahoo.com .  541.325.2535

Dale K Lee, ND., L.Ac. Lotussprings@bendbroadband.com 541.388.3112

Kym Garrett, L.Ac www.mountainviewacupuncture.com 541.388.0675

Marjon Mirbaha, L.Ac www.mountainviewacupuncture.com 541.388.0675

Donna Stancil, L.Ac www.BendCommunityacupuncture.org 541.388.4822

Rob Mills, L.Ac www.BendCommunityacupuncture.org 541.388.4822

Chelsea Phippips, L.Ac www.bendhealinghearts.com 541.330.0334

Aromatherapy

The use of essential oils extracted from plants and administered through massage, inhalation, or bath to promote general well being as well as to combat ailments. (For the true sensualist.)

Chiropractic

If you’ve had back pain you’ve probably heard of chiropractors. Their manipulation of the body’s structures, especially the spinal column, helps to restore normal function to the body. It is widely used and recognized.

Jason Friedman P.C. www.centerforlifechiropractic.com 541.312.9794

Herbalism

Direct use of medicinal plants that stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities. Although plant medicines often don’t have the damaging side effects of manufactured drugs, they are not without their dangers. As always, inform yourself and be careful.

Sandra Curry MAcOM, DislOM, L.Ac, Sandra.curry@yahoo.com  541.389.5232

Homeopathy

Functions on the principle that the symptoms of a disease are part of the body’s attempt to restore balance; therefore, homeopaths offer minute doses of substances which would create disease-like symptoms in a healthy person. The opposite is the suppression of symptoms by attacking the cause (allopathy).

Naturopathy

an alternatic which emphasizes what it describes as the body’s intrinsic ability to heal and maintain itself. Naturopaths prefer to use natural remedies such as herbs and foods rather than surgery or synthetic drugs. Naturopathic practice includes many different modalities. Practitioners emphasize a holistic approach to patient care, and may recommend patients use conventional medicine alongside their treatments.

Emma Baker, ND.  www.dremmabaker.com 541.322.3941

Azure Karli, ND. www.bendnaturopath.com 541.389.9750

Laura Staver, ND. www.northwestcrossinghealth.com 541.388.2207

Laura Grisez, ND. www.bluestarclinic.com 541.389.6935

Massage

Bodywork and somatic therapies are defined as the application of various techniques to the muscular structure and soft tissues of the human body.

Emden Griffin NCTMB EmdenGriffin@hotmail.com 541.350.0723

Bruno De Block LMT . 541.330.1980

Osteopathy

A system which deals with the entire framework of the body and its structural/mechanical problems. It mainly involves manipulation, and in some cases surgery, in order to restore functioning and movement.

Reflexology

Serves to relieve tension, improve circulation and promote the body’s natural functioning by the application of pressure to reflex points which are associated with specific glands or organs in the body.

Rolfing

Rolfing is the manipulation of the body’s connective tissues (fascia) to realign structure, increasing range of movement, restoring balance, and providing greater ease of posture. Its “massage” techniques are very deep; in fact, they may often be painful.

Yoga

An Indian practice of simple stretching, breathing and meditation in order to achieve deep relaxation and bodily harmony.
Don’t consider this an exhaustive list, there’s much more to discover if you decide to take the plunge. Remember: these treatments should NOT take the place of medical care. However, if you are interested in general well being or new ways to deal with common ailments, look into it. Always ensure that the practitioner you consult is reputable.

Robyn Castano, RYT www.yourgentleyoga.vpweb.com 541.948.9770