1Keep
an Open Mind! Healthcare has come a long way. Today, you have access to
practitioners that branch outside of traditional medicine and aim to identify
the root causes of conditions while using alternative treatments that may help
you get the relief you need. Just because it’s not a pill, doesn’t make it
pseudoscience.
2Build
Your Health Care Team. There is no one doctor that can be the
be-all-end-all for your health needs. Be sure to have a team of practitioners
with different “lenses” and areas of expertise who will treat the root cause
and not just the symptom(s).
3 Environment Influences Healing. Health
is multi-factorial. Your mental and emotional environment plays a pivotal role
in your healing potential. Your doctors and their staff should create an office
atmosphere filled with positivity so you can get the most out of your care.
4 Your
Story Matters. Before you begin any treatment, be sure to have a comprehensive
consultation to discuss your health concerns. Find practitioners who welcome
questions and will take the time to listen and treat you with respect.
5
Report of Findings. When it comes to our health, we often make decisions without
understanding the risk versus benefits. Knowledge is an important part of the
healing process and is essential to make conscious, informed health decisions.
Find practitioners who take the time to explain their exam findings and the
recommendations for treatment in ways that make sense to you.
