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The
Fredericton Wellness Clinic offers
complementary
therapies
to address the needs of patients such as Acupuncture and Healing Touch.
These therapies are delivered in a clinical setting by
our resident therapist, Maurice Lavigne, BA, RMT, D.Ac., QI,
Certified
NAET Practitioner,
with the intention of helping patients recover from
various disorders such as sport, automobile and workplace injuries, back
and neck pain, headaches, strains and sprains, arthritis, stress related
disorders and repetitive motion disorders.
The goal is to rehabilitate and restore normal functions of the body as
quickly and effectively as possible.
In order to accelerate the healing process, the Wellness Clinic provides
remedial exercise programs which may include postural training,
stretching
as well as breathing,
relaxation
and visualization techniques.
Group fitness classes and instruction in self-massage are also offered to address specific problems such as back pain, insomnia and other stress related disorders. Patients benefit from both compassionate touch and proven techniques to bring about marked improvement in their condition.
What to expect
On arriving at the clinic, the patient fills out a health status form.
This will help identify the primary complaint. The assessment that
follows includes additional questioning by the therapist, range of
motion testing,
tongue and pulse diagnosis,
and palpation of affected areas
of the body.
The therapist will then recommend a specific treatment which will focus
on the patient’s problem areas and aspirations. Consent
on the treatment plan
is obtained from
the patient before treatment begins. A variety of approaches may be used
to speed recovery and more effectively meet the needs of the patient.
How will I feel after treatment?
After treatment some patients may feel relaxed and others may feel energized.
Some may feel tired or stiff. It is important to note that when dealing with a specific pathology, there may be a worsening of symptoms early in treatment. This does not usually last long and is often followed by an improvement in the condition. In most cases, improvements resulting from treatment are gradual, although they can be both dramatic and immediate.