The Future of Integrative Health

A common misconception about chiropractic physicians is that they only treat the back and musculoskeletal issues. At National University of Health Sciences, students in the chiropractic medicine program are not only trained to treat the whole body, they also have the chance to explore many unique patient populations and health care specialties.

Most people who enter the medical field do so, at least in part, because they hope to have a positive impact on the lives of their patients. As demand increases for alternative medicine in its various forms, National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) is proud to offer the opportunity to pursue an education in holistic, evidence based, patient centered health care that goes beyond the limits of traditional Western medicine.

Seasonal allergies affect millions of Americans. While the exact causes of allergy symptoms remain uncertain, most agree that allergy symptoms are due to inflammation after the immune system pathways encounter allergenic materials in the environment. These allergenic materials are often from plant pollens, animal dander, insect venom or certain foods.

Naturopathic medicine has its roots in many traditional healing systems, including the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates who expressed the concept of “the healing power of nature” as essential to medicine over 2,400 years ago. Naturopathic medicine has grown substantially in the past three decades as a safe and effective alternative or complement to pharmaceuticals, and yet the field is not as well-known as other forms of health care.

In practice, the concept of chiropractic care for children is not new; however, it may be a new concept for many adults. Why would children need chiropractic care, you may ask?

From pain management to stress reduction, the positive health benefits of acupuncture are rapidly being recognized by the medical community and the public. Extensive research has shown that patients can experience not only physical relief, but also an improved state of mind and a more balanced emotional state after acupuncture sessions.

NUHS has a proud history of supporting veterans as well as active-duty personnel in the United States Armed Services. For example, after World War II, two hundred and thirty-one WWII veterans established what may have been the first American Legion post on a campus of a professional college at National.

Naturopathic medicine has its roots in many traditional healing systems, including the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates who expressed the concept of “the healing power of nature” as essential to medicine over 2,400 years ago. For decades, naturopathic medicine has grown substantially as a safe and effective alternative or complement to pharmaceuticals, and yet the field is not as well known as other forms of health care. 

In a post-COVID-19 landscape, the demand for healthcare professionals has never been greater. From specialized surgeons performing life-saving procedures to innovative researchers pushing the boundaries of medical science, today’s highest-earning medical careers encompass a diverse array of opportunities that cater to varying interests and aptitudes.