GettingWellAgain
02-16-2005, 03:57 PM
What is the difference between an osteopath and a naturopath? Is one better/more qualified than the other? I'm looking for a doctor to treat Candidiasis, Leaky Gut, and I suspect, adrenal and autoimmune problems, and I want a doctor who can give me many tests as well as supplements, if necessary. Is a naturopath not qualified to do so?
~Katalina
~Katalina
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kitkat77
02-16-2005, 04:19 PM
An osteopath deals with the musculoskeletal system -- bones, muscles, tendons, tissues, nerves and spinal column. They use manual manipulation (stretching, manipulation, pressure) to restore movement to joints.
A naturopath uses forms of alternative medicine based on the principle that the disease is due to the accumulation of waste products and toxins in the body, and that the symptoms reflect the body's attempt to rid itself of the substances. They avoid anything artificial or unnatural in the diet or in the environment.
Obviously an osteopath is not going to be of any use to you which is a good thing because apparently they are hard to come by. If you are looking for an alternative medicine (herbs, acupuncture) then a naturopath can help. I'm not sure if they perform their own tests though -- you'd have to ask.
A naturopath uses forms of alternative medicine based on the principle that the disease is due to the accumulation of waste products and toxins in the body, and that the symptoms reflect the body's attempt to rid itself of the substances. They avoid anything artificial or unnatural in the diet or in the environment.
Obviously an osteopath is not going to be of any use to you which is a good thing because apparently they are hard to come by. If you are looking for an alternative medicine (herbs, acupuncture) then a naturopath can help. I'm not sure if they perform their own tests though -- you'd have to ask.