Nutmeg “Nuggets” Why Choose an Integrated Medical Center?
ment? Then you decided that wasn’t what you wanted to do for your health, so you visit a different Medical Doctor and got the same answer? If you’re looking for a different solution you have to seek a different type of practitioner. You can find many diverse prac-
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titioners in an Integrated Medical Center, who offer individualized answers to address your particular condition.
Most patients start out by taking their case to an MD. When they
don’t like the answer they get, they then look for other alternatives. The reality is that “all” medical practices (including MD practices) are health care alternatives that the patient should consider. The patient has to find which alternative is best for them. Take for example, a patient who is suffering from Fibromyalgia. A visit to a Medical Doc- tor’s office will most likely end with a prescription medication. A visit to the Naturopathic Doctor is going to involve learning about food choices and discovering that what you consume is detrimental to your healing process. The Naturopathic Doctor will also check nutrient levels and look at digestive issues. These doctors will take into consideration all your lifestyle factors such as sleep patterns, exercise, toxic exposure, hydration and so forth. The treatment plans may often include consideration of other treatments not previously considered by the patient.
Someone in pain should put Acupuncture at the top of their list as a means of seeking relief. Massage Therapy is also on the list for stress relief, relaxation, orthopedic support and many other physical treatments. As part of the treatment protocol, nutritional supple- ments may be needed to support the patient throughout the treatment process. An Integrated Medical Center will provide a full complement of supplements for this purpose. In many cases some patients don’t realize their need to talk to a counselor until they begin a complete evaluation of their health issues and realize that their symptoms are not just physical but may be a manifestation of an emotional or stress related trigger. The thought that significant stress may be the trigger for a physical illness doesn’t enter your mind until your physical health is at risk. In an Integrated Medical Center there is also the need to have access to someone that can prescribe a medication when it is neces- sary as well as to manage pharmaceuticals a patient may already be taking. As the individual begins their quest to become healthier, many alternatives should be considered as they work on getting to their preferred state of health.
Why choose an Integrated Medical Center? More choices, more
answers, more education, more individualized information. That is re- ally what it takes to maintain good health.
Naturopathic physician, Dr. Ann Aresco, founded Pro- Natural Physicians Group to address obstacles within the current medical environment. ProNatural Physi- cians Group is a practice of Naturopathic Doctors (N.D.’s) APRNs, Acupuncturists, Counselors, Massage Therapists, and other medical professionals with like-
minded practices of preventative medicine and whole body health care. See ad on page 5.
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fungal and anti-viral. These elements help to alleviate symptoms related to chronic lung condition, sinus problems, allergies, and skin conditions. Himalayan salt therapy was discovered when a Polish doctor noticed that salt miners had the healthiest lungs, upon further research they discovered that the minerals in the salt caves were preventing lung conditions.
H Anna Pogoga, the owner of Saltana Cave, struggled with her
young daughter suffering from asthma. Pogoga grew up in Poland and practiced salt therapy during her time there. On a trip to Poland, Pogo- ga decided to have her daughter try salt therapy. After a few sessions Pogoga saw improvements in her daughter’s health and everyday life. Amazed by the results she decided to open her own salt therapy cave in Ridgefield, Connecticut and has been in business for 5 years.
Pogoga was inspired to open Saltana Cave by her daughter’s results, her personal connection to salt therapy while growing up in Poland, and the lack of salt therapy in the northeast. Saltana Cave offers services starting at $40 for 45-minute sessions, and session bundles are available. Sessions begin every hour, and appointments are required to prepare clients for their experience.
The man-made cave is surrounded by 12,000 pounds of Hima-
layan salt and inside the cave guests are seated in comfortable chairs and blankets. Saltana also offers a variety of classes, including ‘sound baths’ that include an hour and a half experience where vibrational energy is generated through drums and Native American music guided by spiritual teachers. Classes inside the cave are intended to make clients more comfortable and provide relaxing stimulation.
Salt therapy works best when you attend consecutive consistent sessions, results are seen at different times for different people. Pogoga recommends 10 consecutive sessions for clients to see the best results. Saltana Cave also sells salt minerals and oils that clients can take home to further their holistic healing outside of the cave.
Saltana Cave is located at 590 Danbury Road in Ridgefield and is open Tuesday through Sunday. For more information, visit http://
saltanacave.com. See ad on page 14.
imalayan salt therapy has been around since 1850, and was originated in Poland. Salt particles found in salt caves are known to be anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-
ave you gone to a Medical Doctor with a health issue and been given one answer as to the proposed treat-
Experience Himalayan Salt Therapy for Anti-Inflammatory Health Benefits
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