.
.
Dacyshyn, J.A.S. (ND Bastyr 2005) states:
.
[in "About"]
.
"philosophy of naturopathic medicine. Doctors of naturopathic medicine are guided by six principles of naturopathy, which emphasize a holistic and natural approach to patient care, diagnosis, management and treatment of medical conditions. The principles of naturopathic medicine include [...] the healing power of nature: naturopathic medicine respects the innate intelligence of the human body to heal. The 'vital force' stimulates the physiological systems of the body to bring the organism into balance and equilibrium, moving towards a state of optimal health. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process and to help remove obstacles preventing the health and happiness of the patient";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
[defunct](for a youtube.com slideshow of this, click here,
.
.
David. L.C. (ND NCNM) states:
.
[in "Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
"naturopathic medicine emphasizes the treatment of disease through the stimulation, enhancement and support of the inherent healing capacity of the person. Methods of treatment are chosen to work with the patient's life force, respecting the natural healing process";
.
(click here, [buried in the document]
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Davies, J. (ND CCNM) states:
.
[in "The Principles of Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
"within each of us lies a force that is always actively trying to move us towards health. It is called the vis medicatrix naturae, the vital force, or the healing power of nature. It is our body’s innate compass driving all the physiological, biochemical and energetic processes that keep us alive. When this vital force becomes burdened and distorted by stress, trauma, unhealthy living, and suppressive medicines, it is unable to direct its natural course. Naturopathic medicine aims to stimulate and rebalance this innate healing power, so your body can do what it is so intricately programmed to do [...] homeopathic medicine [...] it is a holistic and subtle form of medicine that has a powerful effect on the body’s innate vital force and immune system";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
(for a digg.com social bookmark of this, click here,
.
.
Davis-Allen, C. (ND Bastyr 2001), Hoykayem, N. (ND UBCNM) state:
.
[in "Naturopathic"]
.
"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world, emphasizing the treatment of disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing capacity of the person. Methods of treatments are chosen to work with the patient's vital force, respecting the intelligence of the natural healing process";
.
(click here,
http://www.backtohealthbranfordct.com/Anyone/About/ConditionsTreated/Naturopathic/NaturopathicTreats.aspx)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Day, A. (ND NCNM) states:
.
[in “ACTCM Faculty Profile”]
.
“’I love teaching acupuncture students about western medicine from a naturopathic point of view […] as experts in integrative medicine, NDs offer a perspective on health which is in sync with TCM: holistic, vitalistic, preventative, seeks root causes, works with nature, and teaches health promotion”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
.
Dean, C. (ND CCNM, MD DU) states:
.
i.
.
[in “The Worst Crime of the 20th Century”]
.
“at its core, homeopathy is based, not on a biochemical or mechanistic model like allopathy, but on the idea that each person has a vital force, a resonating frequency, if you will. This vital force, called qi or chi in Asian healing arts, is basically the energy or essence of the person that can be observed and measured”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
(for a digg.com social bookmark of this, click here,
.
ii.
.
[in “Dr. Carolyn Dean's Natural Prescriptions for Common Ailments”(2001)]
.
“there are homeopathic remedies that can help, but if your vital force is very low, homeopathic remedies might create a healing reaction that can make you even more fatigued, so they should be taken under the supervision of a homeopath [p.047…] there are homeopathic remedies for constipation. These can be used for a short time to stimulate your body’s own vital force to improve this condition [p.055…] your body might not direct its energies toward creating new life until it has a strong, viable life force to sustain it [p.110…] calc carb […] this remedy is used for some acute conditions, but it is mostly a constitutional remedy, which means it is used to boost a person’s vital force [p.196…] staphysagria […] it is therefore prescribed in a high potency to strengthen a person’s vital force [p.206]”;
.
(ISBN 0658012169)
.
(for a short amazon.com review of this, click here,
.
.
DeCicco, P. (ND CCNM) states:
.
[in "More About Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
"the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix naturae. The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician's role is to facilitate and augment this process [...] first do no harm. Primum no nocere. Illness is a purposeful process of the organism[teleology] . The process of healing includes the generation of symptoms which are, in fact, an expression of the life force attempting to heal itself. Therapeutic actions should be complimentary to and synergistic with this healing process. The physician's actions can support or antagonize the actions of the vis medicatrix naturae. Therefore, methods designed to suppress symptoms without removing underlying causes are considered harmful and are avoided or minimized";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
.
Deneen, S.S. (NMD SCNM), Terlisner, A. (NMD Bastyr 2006) state:
.
[in "Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
"the practice of naturopathy emerges from six underlying principles of healing [...] they are: the healing power of nature: vis medicatrix naturae. The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician's role is to facilitate and augment this process";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
[defunct](for a youtube.com slideshow of this, click here {00.00.19-00.01.15},
(also, click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
.
Deroin, C.M. (NMD NCNM) states:
.
[in "The Healing Crisis"{NDNR 2007}]
.
"understanding the important role that the endocrine system, nervous system and general vital force of the body play in a healing crisis allows the physician to use the appropriate medicines [...] experiencing a healing crisis [...] its significance lies in a better understanding of the person's vital force [...] it is an example of vis medicatrix naturae at work";
.
(NDNR May 2007, vol. 03 issue 05)
.
.
Deroin, C.M. (NMD NCNM), Jain, S. (NMD SCNM), Kruzel, T. (ND NCNM), Novakova, K. (ND SCNM), Tallman, D.A. (ND SCNM, DC TCC), Weiss, D. (NMD SCNM) state:
.
i.
.
[in "Naturopathic Philosophy"]
.
"naturopathic medicine is built upon a number of principles. The first is vis medicatrix naturae which means the healing power of nature or the vital force as the driving impetus behind healing disease. This concept is derived from the vitalist tradition of medicine";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
ii.
.
[in "Scottsdale Natural Medicine & Healing Clinic, LLC"]
.
"naturopathic physicians view the signs and symptoms of a disease as the body’s attempts to heal itself and are trained to utilize medicine which will work with the patient’s own vital force to restore optimal health";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
.
Deyglio, S. (ND UBCNM?) states:
.
[in “Book Review: Healing Love Though the Tao: Cultivating Female Sexual Energy By Mantak Chia”]
.
“[the book] reveals the traditional taoist practice of enabling women to cultivate and enhance their sexual power by transforming it into spiritually creative healing expressions […] the foundation of healing energy, according to traditional Chinese medicine philosophy, is the circulation of sexual energy known as jing. Jing energy is transformative, creative energy vital for the development of chi (life force energy) and shen (spiritual energy). Jing energy is produced in the sex organs. Women continually lose this energy through menstruation and child bearing. The powerful techniques developed by the taoist master teach women how to conserve and use jing energy to revitalize their physical, mental and spiritual well-being. These practices hold many benefits, including the reduction of menstruation discomfort and the ability to attain full body orgasm”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Dhiman, N. (ND CCNM), Lee, J.Y.K. (ND Bastyr 2005) state:
.
.
Dhiman, N. (ND CCNM), Lee, J.Y.K. (ND Bastyr 2005) state:
.
[in "Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)"]
."the goal of acupuncture is to activate the natural, self-healing abilities of the human body [...] you have an intelligent energetic system inside your body to help maintain health and balance. In Chinese medicine, we call this energy 'qi' [...] in naturopathic medicine, we call this 'the vital force' and other cultures refer to this energy as 'prana, pneuma or the spirit'. Qi is the 'life energy' that flows throughout our body. It is this invisible energy that animates our bodies, protects us from illness, pain and disease [...] this life energy. In your body, qi flows through specific pathways called meridians [...] where meridian pathways flow, they bring life-giving qi that provides nourishment to every cell, organ, gland, tissue and muscle in the body [...] the quality and flow of qi. An obstruction to the flow of qi is like a dam. When qi becomes backed up in one part of the body, the flow becomes restricted in other parts [...] blockage of the flow of qi can be detrimental to a persons health, cutting off vital nourishment to the body [...] the amount, quality and balance of qi [...] to stimulate the balance of qi [...] facilitating the flow of qi";
,(click here,
http://www.yourbriohealth.com/therapies/acupuncture-traditional-chinese-medicine-tcm)[vsc 2010-01-30]
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
..
Dipasquale, R. (ND Bastyr 1995) states:
.
[in "Robin Dipasquale, Naturopathic Physician. Chair, Botanical Medicine Dept., Bastyr University"]
.
"my work as a naturopathic physician, an herbalist, and a homeopath has been most influenced by my daughter. Once she was born onto the planet, it became clear to me that the choices for how to maintain wellness and health had to come from the understanding of the body, the vital force, and the plant medicine";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
DiRoma, A.K. (ND SCNM) states:
.
[in "The Team"]
.
"as a naturopathic doctor, I believe that medicine is about healing the whole person and going into the core of the individual to recognize the root cause of their disease. Medicine is about creating or starting a healing process. I believe that there is a vital inner force, and in disease it can be suppressed, not allowing one to function optimally. Naturopathic Medicine is about stimulating that vital force and allowing it to thrive";
.
(click here,
http://www.cihh.net/naturopathic-homeopathic-doctors-albanyny-koreydiroma.html)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Doan, J. (ND CCNM, ND[AU] ACNT) states:
.
i.
.
[in "Homeopathic Medicine"]
.
“homeopathy [...] seeks to cure in accordance with natural laws of healing[sect law] and uses medicines made from natural substances such as animal, vegetable and mineral [...] the vital force. The homeopath believes that the body is always striving to keep itself healthy, or in balance. The force that acts in this protective manner is called the vital force. When the body is threatened by harmful external forces, the vital force, or defense mechanism produces symptoms”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
ii.
.
[in "Our Approach"]
.
"homeopathy is a 200 year old system of medicine that stimulates the vital force so that the body can heal itself";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
http://web.archive.org/web/20050307063426/http://www3.telus.net/drdoan/approach.html)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Dodds, C. (ND Bastyr 1993) states:
.
[in "Homeopathy: A Time-tested Medicine For Today"]
.
"according to homeopathy, health is a state of equilibrium maintained by a life force or essence. Under the influence of mental and physical stresses, the life force becomes disturbed and expresses its imbalance in the form of symptoms [...] the role of homeopathy is to stimulate the life force to re-establish a state of equilibrium. As the life force is restored to balance, the symptoms recede and the individual returns to a state of health";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
(for a digg.com social bookmark of this, click here,
.
.
Donovan, P.M. (ND Bastyr 1985) states:
.
i.
.
[in "Who Am I? Where Did I Come From?..."]
.
"through illness, one can discover and dissolve the illusions that have denied the full expression of one's vital force and essential self-affirmation";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
ii.
.
[in "The Face of Consciousness"(2006)]
.
"this inherent striving of living organisms towards health has been named in many ways: I like the vis medicatrix naturae, or 'healing power of nature.' It is a powerful force within each of us. But this force is not simply a manifestation of biochemistry [...] but I was not yet a healer. I did not yet understand how to elicit within my patient the full manifestation of her lifeforce, spirit – selfness [...] I [...] guided her to find a pathway to exploration of her spiritual self [p.xvi...] a question of the soul [...] the roots of illness [...] most people dwell in an existential quandary of identity [...] the vital force of life that surges through them and drives the evolution of their consciousness on its sacred quest for identity [p.015...] the full expression of your vital force and the evolutionary journey of your consciousness towards self-realization [...] through illness, you can discover and dissolve the illusions that have denied the full expression of your vital force and essential self-affirmation [p.017]";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Dooley, T.R. (ND NCNM, MD OHSUSM) states:
.
i.
.
[in "Homeopathy: Beyond Flat Earth Medicine: An Essential Guide for the Homeopathy Patient"]
.
"understanding the vital force [...] an old and well known concept. In the era prior to modern science, various concepts of vital force were widely accepted. This is an invisible, immaterial, yet dynamic force which animates the physical body. This vital principle maintains all the parts of the material body [...] without this vital force, the material body is incapable of any sensation or function; in other words, is dead. Ideas similar to vital force are still in use today. In oriental medicine and martial arts this force is referred to as chi, meaning life-force. In yoga and ayurveda it is called prana, meaning vital energy. Hahnemann on vital force. In his book, Organon of Medicine, Hahnemann discusses the basic theories and practice of homeopathy. Hahnemann proposed that the essence of illness is a disorder in the vital force";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
ii.
.
[in "Homeopathy: Beyond Flat Earth Medicine"(2002, 2nd ed.)]
.
"Hahnemann's perspective [...] homeopathic remedies [...] relied on a concept known as vital force [p.048...] Chapter 7: Understanding Vital Force [...] in the era prior to modern science, various concepts of vital force were widely accepted. This is an invisible, immaterial, yet dynamic force which animates the physical body. This vital principle [p.049...] without the vital force, the material body is incapable of any sensation or function: in other words, is dead [...aka] chi, meaning life-force. In yoga and ayurveda it is called prana, meaning vital energy [...] Hahnemann proposed that the essence of illness is a disorder in the vital force. Because of this disorder [psora], people are susceptible to various diseases and afflictions. When the integrity of the vital force is restored, the whole organism recovers health and disease is cured [...] a single disorder in the vital force results in many signs and symptoms [...] a picture of the disturbance on the vital force can emerge [...] though the vital force itself cannot be directly examined [...] homeopathic remedies are sufficiently subtle to directly correct morbid derangements in the vital force [p.50...] an invisible bioenergetic force [...] vital force continues to be a [supposedly] useful model for perceiving influences and medicinal effects [p.052]";
.
(ISBN 1886893012)
.
.
Dorninger, E.P. (ND Bastyr 2003) states:
.
[in "About Dr. Dorninger"]
.
"Eric is a general practitioner who enjoys integrating the wisdom of vitalistic medicine with the latest research of modern medicine";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Dozor, B. (MD UCSF), Goldberg, M. (ND NCNM) state:
.
[in "Health Services"]
.
“herbal remedies involve the use of plants as medicines to restore and maintain health. Herbal remedies are employed in the western world by practitioners of holistic medicine who believe that all individuals possess an inner vital force”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Drobot, J. (ND NCNM), Riddle, S. (ND Bastyr 2003), Roberts, M. (ND CCNM) state:
.
i.
.
[in "Live Blood Cell Analysis"]
.
"your blood carries the life force of your body";
.
(click here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
ii.
.
[in "Acupuncture"]
.
"thought to have originated on China, acupuncture is a technique of inserting extremely thin needles (thread-like) into the body on specific energy points to rebalance the flow of chi (life-force) and thus restore well-being and eliminate pain and suffering";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Drost, L. (ND Bastyr 2003), Drost, T. (ND Bastyr 2003, MD UNSM) state:
.
[in "About Naturopathy"]
.
"what is the therapeutic order? The therapeutic order is the basic approach that naturopathic physicians use to guide their patients to wellness. They begin with least force and move to more invasive measures as necessary […] tonify weakened systems […] harmonize life forces";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Duggal, S. (ND CCNM) states:
.
[in "What Services Do Naturopathic Doctors Offer?"]
.
"the remedy works on the vital force (another word for life energy), providing it with the information it needs to bring body, mind and spirit back into balance. Unfortunately, the vital force’s natural mechanisms are suppressed by conventional medications that block normal physiological processes required for optimal functioning. The vital force then has no choice but to push the problem to a deeper level, creating chronic disease. Constantine Hering then came up with idea that symptoms, the body’s way of signaling to you that something is out of balance, develop in a particular way. True cure must then take place in the reverse order of the appearance of symptoms. But how does homeopathy work? As the substance is diluted, the vital essence of the molecules that were there remains imprinted as memory, exerting it’s[punct.] effect on the surrounding molecules. Quantum physics [quantum mysticism] suggests that the transfer of information may be through a wave, rather than a particle. In other words, it is electromagnetic. Vibrational theory states that water can be effected by subtle energies, and that remedies contain the energetic frequency of the substance from which they were made";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Duguoa, J.J. (ND ?) states:
.
[in "Jennifer Lyall: Acupuncture - Getting to the Point"]
.
"[as reported by Lyall] many people do not realize in Canada and the United States, naturopathic doctors are trained in acupuncture. Dr. J.J. Duguoa is a naturopathic doctor and addresses many questions first-timers have regarding acupuncture. What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is when you take very thin needles, and put them into points on the body to stimulate the qi. According to Chinese medicine, qi is energy, health, nutrients and you want to stimulate the qi in the body to cure disease [...] Dr. J.J. explains that the reason for twisting the needles is to get a qi response [...] the twisting is to stimulate the qi [...] Dr. J.J. then twisted the needles to stimulate the qi [...] she didn't like it when Dr. J.J. stimulated the qi";
.
(click here,
http://www.empowher.com/news/herarticle/2009/01/13/jennifer-lyall-acupuncture-getting-point)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Dunne, N. (ND NCNM) states:
.
[in "Asthma Basics"]
.
"yoga is an ancient practice of meditation that includes at it’s [punct.] core special attention to breath. The Sanskrit word for breath is 'prana' which also means life force, or spirit. People have long understood that peaceful and full breath is crucial for optimal health and well-being";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Edwards, J. (ND NCNM), Zieman, K. (ND NCNM) state:
.
[in "Naturopathic Medicine - Philosophy"]
.
"these principles stand as the distinguishing marks of the profession: [#1] first do no harm.The process of healing includes the generation of symptoms, which are, in fact, expressions of the life force attempting to heal itself. Therapeutic actions should be complementary to and synergistic with this healing process. The physician’s actions can support or antagonize the actions of vis medicatrix naturae [...#2] the healing power of nature. The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician’s role is to facilitate and augment this process";
.
(click here,
http://www.vibrantfamilymedicine.com/philosophy.html)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Edwards, L.N. (ND NCNM) states:
.
[in "Spirituality: The Science and Application of Naturopathic Clinical Practice"]
.
“spirit [...] soul, life [that’s the essential vitalist equation...] my belief is that healing is rooted in the spirit [not only is life a spiritual essence, disease and health are first and foremost spiritual...] I consider myself a vitalist [...] vitalism: there is an inherent force / vis / spirit that orders the universe and is the basis for health [...] my teachers taught me [in AANP type ND school] that there is only one disease 'disturbance of the factors that promote health' [essentially vfs...per] addressing the spiritual imbalances is essential to the restoration of health [...] the underlying imbalances [naturo.s vfs underlying cause...is the] definition of health [...] the spirit is the essence of a human and transcends the body, therefore, ultimate health is reflected in the well-being of one's spirit [...] rather we are spirits [...] spiritual [...] pertaining to the spirit or soul [...] spirit: the life principle [a direct vfs alias...] the soul [...] healing as a spiritual act [...] no distinction between matter and spirit [pantheism, animatism, spiritism-materialism conflation etc....] recognize the inherent, self ordering wisdom of the 'vis medicatrix naturae' [Latin alias...] spirit leads [...per] spirit > mind / emotions > biochemistry > physiology [naturo. therapeutic order, essentially; with ‘>’ indicating ‘greater than’...] transforming the soul transforms physiology [treat the vfs and all fixes itself...] in clinical practice [...] we are spiritual beings, in bodies [...] disconnection from spirit as obstacle to cure [you cannot heal if you are nonspiritual!!!...] opportunity for spirit to heal [...] some questions to elicit spiritual status [...] doctor as teacher [the creed principle that requires personal spiritual development...] give them [patients] the definition of spirituality”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Edwards, S.W. (ND Bastyr 1988) states:
.
[in “Boost Your Immune System”]
.
“constitutional homeopathy: If you have yet to have a homeopathic remedy found for your constitution, call to make a homeopathic appointment so that one can be identified for you. Constitutional homeopathy goes a LONG way in boosting your vital force and helps to reduce your risk of illnesses, from contagions or otherwise”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Edwards, S.W. (ND Bastyr 1988), McCully, S. (ND Bastyr 2004), Wong, M. (ND Bastyr 2002) state:
.
[in “Cancer Support”]
.
“key benefits […] increasing energy and vital force of the individual”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
http://web.archive.org/web/20060519082958/http://www.naturalhealthcalifornia.com/Cancer+Support.htm)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Elliot, A.W. (ND NCNM) states:
.
[in "Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
"naturopathic medicine [...] is an approach to prevention and treatment of disease that seeks to [...] nourish and stimulate the being’s inborn healing forces [..aka] the energetic (called the chi, ki, prana, etheric, or vital force in different cultures) [...] Dr. Elliott’s task is to be open to whatever emerges in the investigation of the origin of a specific disease [...whether] the result of biochemical dysfunction, imbalances of subtle energy flow, long held anger and resentment, refusal to follow a calling of the spirit, or some combination of these";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this web page, click here,
.
.
Engelbrecht, N. (ND CCNM) states:
.
[in "FAQ on Naturopathy"]
.
"acupuncture is an ancient (5000 year old) Chinese system of medicine involving the stimulation of certain specific points on the body to enhance the flow of vital energy (chi) along pathways called meridians. The points are stimulated by massage or needles";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this web page, click here,
.
.
Fabbro, M. (ND CCNM) states:
.
[in “Therapies”]
.
“cosmetic acupuncture can also increase your own natural energy, or ‘chi’ force, providing you with a complete sense of relaxation and rejuvenation. Results may be noticeable after the first treatment and can last 3-5 years with monthly maintenance”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
{and by the way, [in "Diagnostic Testing"], "Dr Fabbro utilizes electrodermal screening using the MSA system for helping identify food and environmental allergies and sensitivities" (click here, http://www.drfabbro.com/pages/03diag.html)}
.
.
Farnsworth, K. (ND NCNM , DC
.
[in "Our Philosophy"]
.
“naturopathic medicine is emphasizes the treatment of disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing capacity of the person [...] the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix naturae. The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician's role is to facilitate and enhance this process”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
.
Fassler, K. (ND Bastyr 1988), Hecht, L. (ND Bastyr 1988), Quinn, J. (ND Bastyr 2001) state:
.
[in "North Coast Family Health"{Newsletter 01-2002}]
.
"naturopathic medicine stimulates the vital force of the body, which heals the patient";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
http://web.archive.org/web/20040405191615/http://www.naturopathic-doctors.com/pdf/news_jan_2002.pdf)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
.
Faust, P. (ND Bastyr 2001) states:
.
[in "Natural Therapies"]
.
“homeopathic medicine -- this powerful system of medicine is more than 200 years old, and is widely accepted in other countries. Homeopathic medicines, when properly prescribed, effect the body’s ‘vital force’ and strengthen its innate ability to heal”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
.
Felice, J. (ND Bastyr 2003) states:
.
i.
.
[in "Philosophy"]
.
"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world, emphasizing the treatment of disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing capacity of the person. Methods of treatments are chosen to work with the patient’s vital force, respecting the intelligence of the natural healing process [...aka] the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix naturae";
.
(click here,
http://institutefornaturalsolutions.com/Main.aspx?top=4&left=1)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
[defunct](for a youtube.com slideshow of this, click here {00.00.16-00.01.10},
.
ii.
.
[in "Services: Shiatsu"]
.
"Oriental medicine is a complimentary healing philosophy to naturopathic medicine. Shiatsu is a form of touch utilizing specific pressures to promote and influence the state of energy in the body [...] traditional Eastern medicine describes [the body] as having a 'life force' or 'energy' (referred to as chi, qi, or prana). The characteristics and condition of this energy comprises the essence of wellness or illness. The heart of the practice of shiatsu concentrates on restoring this energy and keeping it in optimal condition";
.
(click here,
http://institutefornaturalsolutions.com/Main.aspx?top=4&left=2)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
[defunct](for a youtube.com slideshow of this, click here {00.01.33-00.02.21},
.
.
Ferchoff, M. (NMD SCNM) states:
.
[in "History of Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
"naturopathic medicine developed from the alternative healing systems that were practiced in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries [true]. During this time period, the two competing philosophies of medicine, vitalistic (now called natural medicine) [true] and mechanistic (now called allopathic or conventional medicine) [false], diverged and converged, influencing and shaping one another [false]";
.
(click here,
(archived here
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
(also here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(also here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Ferchoff, R. (ND SCNM) states:
.
[in "The Nature of Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
"naturopathic medicine is heir to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world, emphasizing the treatment of disease through the stimulation, enhancement, and support of the inherent healing capacity of the person. Methods of treatments are chosen to work with the patient's vital force, respecting the intelligence of the natural healing process [...] the healing power of nature. Vis medicatrix naturae. The body has the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician's role is to facilitate and augment this process [...] first do no harm. Primum no nocere. Illness is a purposeful [teleology] process of the organism. The process of healing includes the generation of symptoms which are, in fact, an expression of the life force attempting to heal itself. Therapeutic actions should be complimentary to and synergistic with this healing process. The physician's actions can support or antagonize the actions of the vis medicatrix naturae";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
(for a digg.com social bookmark of this, click here,
[defunct](for a youtube.com slideshow of this, click here {entire},
.
(also, click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Finkle, R.J. (ND Bastyr 1997) states:
.
[in "Welcome to Stone Ridge Natural Medicine"]
.
"traditional Chinese medicine: Chinese medicine is based on the concept of building, moving, or balancing qi, the vital force. Each person is individually assessed for deficiency, excess, or stagnation of that energy [...] we use acupuncture, tui na (Chinese massage), moxibustion (warming with herbs) or Chinese herbs to rebalance the qi";
.
(click here,
http://www.stoneridgenaturalmedicine.com/)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Fischer, M. (MD UNM), Newirth, D.M. (ND NCNM) state :
.
i.
.
[in "Understanding Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
“homeopathy is a 200 year old system of medicine, practiced throughout the world. It is based upon the principle of like cures like, called the law of similars. This means that a substance that is capable of producing symptoms in a healthy person, when specially prepared in high dilution, can bring relief to a person who is ill and suffers from similar symptoms. Homeopathy is used effectively to treat both acute and chronic problems, and is designed to positively affect the body’s vital force [...] preventing the natural healing process disrupts the body’s inner rhythm and defense mechanisms";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
(also here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Flatland, E. (ND ?) states :
.
i.
.
[in "Natural Medicine News"{August 2002}]
.
“the philosophy of naturopathic medicine [...] the basic underlying principles of naturopathic medicine [...] the healing power of nature, vis medicatrix naturae [...] the inherent ability to establish, maintain, and restore health [...] nature heals through the response of the life force [...] the process of healing includes the generation of symptoms which are [...] an expression of the life force attempting to heal itself [...] symptom's are an expression of the body's attempt to heal [...] therapeutic actions should [be] complementary to and synergistic with this healing process. The physician's actions can support or antagonize the actions of the vis medicatrix naturae. Therefore, methods designed to suppress symptoms without removing underlying causes”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
ii.
.
[in “The Philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine”]
.
“the healing power of nature (vis medicatrix naturae). Naturopathic physicians understand that it is nature that is the real healer – not doctors, drugs or surgery. Nature cures through the body’s inherent healing mechanisms. When supported it can maintain and restore phenomenal health. Naturopathic physicians seek to support and enhance these natural healing systems by using medicines and techniques that work in harmony with body and are free of harmful side-effects. The healing process is ordered and intelligent; nature heals through the response of the life force. The physician's role is to facilitate and augment this process”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Flynn, C. (ND NCNM) states:
.
[in "Dr. Cinda Flynn, ND"]
.
"homeopathic thought recognizes the presence and activity of a life force in each individual. The appropriately selected remedy will stimulate this vital force [...] the use of the whole plant as a medicine preserves the intelligent life force that can nourish and heal us in a way no pharmaceutical can";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(also here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(also here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Fogg, J. (ND CCNM), Lawrence, A. (ND CCNM) state:
.
[in “What We Do: Naturopathic Modalities”]
.
“constitutional hydrotherapy is a very relaxing technique using hot and cold packs along with gentle electrical stimulation that allows the body to utilize and bring back its own healing vital forces [...] acupuncture & Chinese herbs. A Chinese technique whereby a pathological condition within the parameters of traditional Chinese medicine is identified by pulse and tongue diagnosis. Certain acupuncture points, located on the relevant organ channels, are needled either to stimulate or subdue the life force, or qi. This medicine has existed for over 2000 years. These tools are used to balance yin and yang forces in the body and promote proper flow of chi (energy) throughout the body”;
.
(click here,
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Franc, V. (ND CCNM), Kush , C. (ND CCNM), Wyatt, J. (ND CCNM) state:
.
[in "Naturopathic Principles and Therapeutics"]
.
"naturopathic principles and therapies. Naturopathic medicine represents the ‘vitalistic’ tradition of medicine in our Western world. That is, it treats disease through the stimulation, increase, and support of the person's inherent healing capacity. These treatments are chosen to work with the patient's vital force, respecting the natural healing processes of nature […] homeopathic medicine was originally developed during the 18th century by the German physician Samuel Hahnemann, and is widely used throughout the world. Based on the principle of ‘like cures like’, minute amounts of plant, animal or mineral substances are used to stimulate the body's self-healing abilities. When carefully matched to the patient they are able to affect the body's ‘vital force’ and to stimulate the body's innate healing forces on both the physical and emotional levels, with few side effects [...] traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a complete medical system that has diagnosed, treated, and prevented illness for over a quarter of the world’s population for over two thousand years [...] the key principle that defines and connects all of Chinese medicine is that of chi, or vital energy. The chi of all organs must be in balance, neither too active nor too dormant, for a person to be healthy. A naturopathic doctor will use Eastern herbs and acupuncture to assist the body in regulating the chi and achieving this balance";
.
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Francescott, T. (ND Bastyr 1999) states:
.
[in "Types of Therapies"]
.
“classical homeopathy: This is a powerful energetic system of medicine that is over 200 years old. Homeopathic medicines are diluted many times leaving only the energetic blueprint of the remedy. I utilize these substances to stimulate your inherent self-healing abilities and to strengthen your immune system. These medicines function on both the physical and emotional levels to enhance your vital force”;
.
(click here,
(also archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Francis, G.A. (ND Bastyr 1998) states:
.
i.
.
[in "Naturopathic Medicine"]
.
"naturopathic medicine. Also known as nature cure, or natural medicine, is founded on traditional beliefs in the power of the body to heal itself. The underlying cause of illness is treated instead of the symptoms. Treatment combines diet and noninvasive therapies to stimulate the healing process and vital force of the patient [...] the prescription of herbal remedies to restore the body’s self healing mechanism and vital force";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
ii.
.
[in "Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine"]
.
"moxibustion [...] enhances the acupuncture treatment by increasing the qi in the area [...] qi gong: an ancient Chinese system of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation which builds and improves the circulation of qi (the life energy) in and around the body";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
.
.
Frketich, K. (ND CCNM) states:
.
[in "Dr. Kira Frketich , N.D.
.
"the focus of Dr. Kira’s practice is very much centered around aiding the natural healing powers of the body (innate and life force) to do their work";
.
(click here,
(archived here,
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
Fullerton, K. (ND CCNM) states:
.
[in "Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture"]
.
"traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) [...] this system of medicine recognizes that blocked energy (chi) leads to pain, disease and impaired organ function. The role of acupuncture in TCM is to remove blocked energy by inserting needles at specific points along energy meridians. This allows the chi to move through channels with ease";
.
(click here,
http://www.ndforhealth.com/ChineseMedicine.htm)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
(archived here,
)
(for the archive.org history of this page, click here,
)
.
.
