Holistic Medicine Specialist

Ahearn & Associates Medical Center -  - General Medicine

Ahearn & Associates Medical Center

General Medicine & Family and Wellness Doctors located in Kewanee, IL

If you’re cautious about pharmaceutical medications, it may be time to consider holistic medicine as an alternative approach to your health care. At Ahearn & Associates Medical Center in Kewanee, Illinois, Michael Ahearn, MD, is board-certified in holistic medicine and prioritizes natural remedies and supplements. Book your holistic medicine consultation by phone or online at Ahearn & Associates Medical Center today.

Holistic Medicine Q&A

What is holistic medicine?

Holistic medicine is a branch of health care that focuses on natural, non-surgical, and non-pharmaceutical treatments. Its main objective is to offer an alternative to other forms of medicine that emphasize pharmaceutical medications.

At Ahearn & Associates Medical Center, the holistic medicine team takes your whole person into account rather than just one organ, system, or disease. They consider multiple factors affecting your health, including your mind, body, and spirit, as well as your environment.

The team keeps these factors in mind while creating your holistic treatment plan, which won’t include medications or surgery. Instead, they prioritize natural remedies and safe supplements to restore balance to your health and wellness. 

What are the benefits of holistic medicine?

People who take part in holistic treatments are quick to note their advantages over conventional or pharmacological medicine. If you’re uncertain about whether to use holistic medicine in your case, the team at Ahearn & Associates Medical Center might encourage you to consider these benefits:

  • No chemicals
  • Cost-effectiveness
  • Disease prevention
  • Focus on you, the person

Holistic medicine doesn’t just aim to mask or reduce your symptom; the goal is to improve your overall wellbeing by addressing the many factors causing your disease or symptoms. The Ahearn & Associates Medical Center team customizes every treatment plan to fit the needs of the individual.

What can holistic medicine treat?

Like conventional medicine, holistic medicine can treat an expansive range of chronic conditions, acute conditions, and symptoms without an apparent cause. Among the conditions that holistic medicine can treat are:

  • Skin conditions
  • Cardiovascular diseases
  • Cancer
  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic pain
  • Headaches and migraines

The team at Ahearn & Associates Medical Center can tell you more about your specific condition and what a prospective holistic treatment plan might look like considering your circumstances.

Which treatments does holistic medicine include?

Every holistic medicine care plan at Ahearn & Associates Medical Center involves a combination of several forms of treatment, including:

Supplements

Various natural medicines and supplements can help restore a balance in your body among essential nutrients.

Alternative therapies

Alternative therapies like acupuncture, chiropractic care, and massage therapy are essential components of a holistic medicine care plan.  

Lifestyle changes

The team may encourage you to make changes to your lifestyle to promote better health. These might include getting more sleep, finding a safe way to relieve stress, or modifying your diet.

Learn more about holistic medicine and its principles by calling Ahearn & Associates Medical Center or booking an appointment online today.