Michigan Associates of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine proudly offers comprehensive, natural cancer support. Our dedicated practice helps you identify safe, effective ways to integrate natural therapies alongside your conventional cancer care. Ultimately, our primary goal is to help you manage treatment side effects, maintain your strength, and significantly improve your everyday quality of life.
Importantly, we carefully evaluate every recommendation to ensure there are no negative interactions with your chemotherapy or radiation schedules. Furthermore, we help you choose high-quality supplements that are cost-effective, properly dosed, and completely free of contamination.
Our Integrative Oncology Tools
To support your body throughout your recovery journey, we utilize a variety of evidence-based modalities. Specifically, our therapeutic options include:
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Acupuncture to reduce discomfort and alleviate treatment side effects.
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Nutritional and dietary support tailored to your body’s changing needs.
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Vitamins and targeted supplements to address specific deficiencies.
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Herbs and gentle homeopathy to support natural internal balance.
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Stress management and lifestyle counseling for emotional wellbeing.
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Cold laser therapy to promote tissue healing and reduce inflammation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Naturopathic Doctor?
Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are highly trained healthcare providers who offer leading-edge, complementary management for primary care and specialized health concerns. Currently, NDs are licensed in many states to practice as family physicians with specific prescriptive rights.
What is FABNO Certification?
FABNO stands for Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology. This highly respected designation refers to a Naturopathic Doctor who has successfully completed advanced, specialized board certification in natural medicine specifically for cancer care.
What Types of Therapies Do Naturopathic Doctors Incorporate?
Our doctors utilize several distinct natural modalities to customize your oncology support plan:
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Nutritional Supplements: We recommend specific vitamins, amino acids, and other key nutrients on a case-by-case basis to safely restore balance in the body.
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Dietary Guidance: Our clinicians closely examine your everyday dietary patterns. Consequently, they make targeted recommendations to balance your blood sugar, decrease systemic inflammation, and eliminate hidden food sensitivities.
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Herbal Medicine: Many plant substances act as powerful medicines when used properly. With appropriate supervision from our medical team, these herbs work harmoniously alongside conventional treatments to reduce side effects and enhance your baseline health.
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Homeopathy: This therapy relies on the understanding that natural substances, prepared in highly diluted doses, can safely prompt the body’s innate healing mechanisms.
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a time-tested treatment modality that promotes your body’s own natural ability to heal. In numerous clinical studies, acupuncture has proven to be highly effective at relieving the physically draining side effects of conventional cancer therapies.
How Are Acupuncturists Trained?
Professional acupuncturists graduate from accredited medical schools specializing in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Typically, these comprehensive programs require four years of full-time study. Afterward, practitioners must pass national board exams to earn certification from the NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine). In Michigan, all practicing acupuncturists must be formally registered with the state.
Take the Next Step in Your Care
If you would like more information about our supportive health services, please contact our team today. Call our office at 248-737-7126 to schedule your personal consultation with a licensed Acupuncturist or a board-certified Naturopathic Doctor.
