Acupuncture is currently the fastest growing treatment option in the world and is quickly becoming available to patients at hospitals and clinics throughout the United States. It is especially heralded for reducing pain, stress, addictive behavior, inflammation and for increasing circulation and general wellness. Acupuncture is also one of the treatments-of-choice for PTSD, brain and sports injuries, stroke rehabilitation and other neurological disorders. In the United States, medicinal uses of herbs are making a resurgence particularly to promote wellness. For example, nutritious, energizing adaptogenic herbs are used to support immune and other critical functions of many cancer patients. Used strategically by trained herbalists, adaptogenic herbs help the body resist damages from stress, chemo and radiation. It is possible to “tune up” and protect any system and organ in the body with the appropriate herbs. Recently, Western healthcare researchers have also been taking a new look at the healing/prevention potentials of  lifestyle, nutrition and nutraceuticals.

 

This complementary healthcare option is called “functional medicine.” One of the most exciting additions to healthcare is behavioral health because this specialty is all about the patient – listening to the patient without judgement; caring about the true concerns of the patient; discovering how to help the patient identify the purpose of his/her life. Behavioral research indicates that people who feel their lives have purpose are more motivated to participate in safeguarding their health. They are more inclined to be compliant in following their medical protocols and more open to maintaining personal habits and behaviors that enhance their wellness and over-all health. All of these complementary healthcare services are available in one place with one call to Beverly Coleman’s Wellness Services, 928.204.9233.  Patients may call and request these services independently or call for an appointment when referred by their doctors or other healthcare practitioners