Our Mission and Philosophies
We believe in more than treating the symptoms or presenting problem. This wellness center and our holistic family of providers will take the time to truly explore all of the components of your whole self. By doing this, you will likely develop a much more in depth understanding of yourself and your conditions which will create a more effective path to truly sustainable health and happiness. There are no miracle cures. Healing and rebuilding takes time and self-determination. We are committed to providing a therapeutic space that feels safe, supportive, and comfortable. Our mission stands firm on the concepts of radical acceptance and non-judgment. We are non-conventional. You will find this experience like no other clinic. We believe that medication is a wonderful and sometimes necessary tool in treatment. We believe that simply taking a medication for symptomatology offers limited benefit. We uphold the inherent and often bypassed healing paths of the whole self working in strength and harmony to create change that sustains. We believe that all components of the holistic self are equally important, intrinsically woven, and directly influence each other in interdependence. We believe that this holistic connection will create a systematic shift in your families, peers, and community.
At this wellness center, you have the opportunity to be treated by a team of multiple disciplined, skilled, and licensed experts and professionals if you choose. Our holistic approach may involve diagnostic testing, medication, weight management services, diet/ nutrition coaching and meal planning, fitness coaching, individual or group fitness classes or training, mindful and mediation training, group series sessions with a targeted intervention model, medical referral, spiritual or faith based counsel, live web courses, telehealth or mobile services, needs assistance with programs or community support, and other various holistic and alternative modalities that may be beneficial to you. Come with an open heart and an open mind.
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) – A new business has arrived in the Queen City.
Holistic Health Therapy Empowerment Wellness Center is a new medical practice that focuses on creating individualize plans to improve the patient’s health.
The wellness center offers fitness classes, nutrition, botox, meditation services, psychiatry and much more.
Kelly Smith, the owner at Holistic Health Therapy, is excited about being able to offer this alternative method of healthcare.
“So, holistic just means whole, right. It just means that we are treating the whole person. There are treatment planning options for physical, mental, spiritual, relational, cognitive like every area that makes you, you. We want to just give as much quality care and time to each person that comes to us asking for help. To help them to a path to get to their best self and stay there,” said Smith.
If you would like more information about the services offered at the wellness center, you can check out the Holistic Health Therapy website.
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Holistic Health Therapy Empowerment Wellness Center held its ribbon cutting today in The Queen City.
The new Wellness Center is the only one of its kind in Meridian making it a one-stop-shop for wellness.
The owner, Kelly Smith tells us what Meridian Residents can expect.
Smith stated,” We offer the medication, and the therapy is where change really occurs. But then we also bring in yoga, massage, art and fitness. So we just want to incorporate this whole mental, physical, and spiritual treatment plan.”
The Center does not have traditional office hours but rather a very flexible schedule to meet everyone’s needs and has someone available in the office every day.
We believe that true Health includes your family, your home, your environment and your financial health. To be successful in the world and to sustain healthy self-growth, you need a strong, healthy inner foundation and self-image.
What exactly is a strong inner foundation? How do you build it?
We offer ways to explore and heal how you fit into your life and your world. We closely examine the question of whose life are you leading and empower you to live a fulfilling life for yourself. You’ll discover how to come effortlessly from your own inner impulse rather than struggling and reacting to circumstances and energies coming at you from the outside.
If you’re ready to start leading your own life — a life that’s peaceful, free and fulfilled, join us on our next Monday evening FREE conference call where you’ll learn more about holistic health, self-empowerment and building a strong healthy foundation – effortlessly and joyfully.
Meridian Holistic Health Highlights:
Consultations and Treatments: We taylor-make holistic health strategies that will work best for you and your healing, taking into account your specific needs.
We taylor-make holistic health strategies that will work best for you and your healing, taking into account your specific needs. Free Teleseminars: Learn new health strategies and get your questions answered on our free monthly teleseminar. Birth Workshop: The Birth Workshop, lead by the gentle and expert skills of Dr. Susan Lange, OMD, L.Ac., offers gentle and holistic healing of birth trauma.
Complementary and Alternative Medicine, or CAM.
, FAAN, explains how CAM treatments enhance traditional medicine.
How is MS treated with traditional medicine?
In addition to medication, traditional treatment for MS may include:
- Neuropsychology evaluations
- Swallow and speech therapy
- Physical therapy and occupational therapy
- Sexual dysfunction care
- Resilience counseling
How does traditional medicine treat MS differently than alternative medicine?
“Traditional medicine consists of medication and various forms of therapy to modify the disease’s course and reduce symptoms. Alternative treatments reduce symptoms through approaches related to lifestyle,” says Dr. Duncan, “They often involve your diet and fitness habits and include activities you may consider hobbies.”Nonetheless, the best treatment approaches manage symptoms, treat relapses, attempt to modify the disease’s course, promote function through rehabilitation and provide emotional support.
What are alternative treatments, and which are part of CAM?
Alternative treatments can be divided into categories such as food and diet, exercise and stress management. Though alternative treatments may effectively reduce symptoms, they do not treat the disease itself. Specific treatment methods are outlined below:
Food and Diet
In recent years, treatments combining traditional medicine and alternative medicine have gained popularity with multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. These blended treatments are referred to as, or CAM. David Duncan M.D. In addition to medication, traditional treatment for MS may include:“Traditional medicine consists of medication and various forms of therapy to modify the disease’s course and reduce symptoms. Alternative treatments reduce symptoms through approaches related to lifestyle,” says Dr. Duncan, “They often involve your diet and fitness habits and include activities you may consider hobbies.” Nonetheless, the best treatment approaches manage symptoms, treat relapses, attempt to modify the disease’s course, promote function through rehabilitation and provide emotional support.Alternative treatments can be divided into categories such as food and diet, exercise and stress management. Though alternative treatments may effectively reduce symptoms, they do not treat the disease itself. Specific treatment methods are outlined below:
Maintain a healthy diet. There is no evidence that a specific diet can prevent, treat or cure MS, but making the right choices can help prevent symptoms from worsening. The American Heart Association and American Cancer Society advise adults maintain a high-fiber, low-fat diet high in Omega 3 and Omega 6. “Maintaining a heart healthy diet rich in unprocessed/naturally processed foods is important for MS patients because the disease is associated with high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease, which actually makes symptoms worse” Dr. Duncan shares.” Alcohol should also be limited as much as possible.”
Drink cranberry juice. MS patients have a higher risk of developing urinary tract infections (UTIs). To reduce this risk and help eliminate bacteria from your urine, drink cranberry juice or eat foods high in Vitamin C.
Maintain healthy vitamin and mineral levels. For someone with MS, this is very important.
Vitamin D and calcium help maintain bone strength.
Vitamins B6 and B12 provide energy.
Biotin helps nourish hair, skin and nails.
Vitamin C helps prevent UTIs.
Zinc helps fight off bacteria.
Selenium is vital to DNA production and protecting the body from infection.
Taking a multivitamin can help, but it’s important to have your levels checked regularly.
Exercise
Consult your primary care physician before partaking in exercise classes, but generally speaking, MS patients can perform most exercises safely. The most important tip to remember is know your limits.
Strength training is crucial to your overall health and fitness. It helps burn fat, build muscle and strengthen bones. Some examples include:
- Lifting free weights (dumbbells)
- Using your body weight (planks or pull-ups)
- Using resistance bands
- Utilizing gym weight machines
Stretching and balance exercises work in conjunction with strength training to improve mobility and muscular control. Yoga simultaneously stimulates and calms the body through relaxing and rhythmic movements. It can reduce blood pressure, improve arthritis pain and prompt weight loss.
Many symptoms of MS lead to balance issues. Balance exercises promote balance and coordination without putting pressure on your joints. For some MS patients, regaining control of their balance leads to regaining their ability to stand and walk.
Everyday actions have physical and psychological benefits for people with MS. Some examples include housework, gardening, dancing and playing with pets. Other exercise options to consider include aerobics, swimming, adaptive sports, Tai Chi and Pilates.
Stress Management
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, nauseous, fatigued or restless? All of these are common signs of stress that can increase the frequency of MS attacks. The good news is, there are several natural ways to manage and reduce stress, including:
- Meditation
. Meditating for 15 minutes a day can help reduce stress and clear your mind.
- Practice positive thinking. Having a positive outlook on life can greatly improve your mental state. Think twice before using the phrase, “I can’t” throughout the day. Use empowering statements such as “I can”, “I will” and “I want to…” instead.
- Engage in healthy self-expression. You may like writing or drawing, knitting or singing. Relieve stress by doing something you enjoy.
- Monitor depressing thoughts and moods. These feelings can be symptoms of MS, but can also be a side effect of medication. If symptoms of depression continue for more than two weeks, talk to your primary care physician to determine the cause and treat it.
Other CAM Options
Acupuncture is able to reduce pain, muscle spasticity, numbness and tingling in MS patients. If you choose to try this alternative treatment method, keep in mind:
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It can take 6 to 10 weeks to see if this treatment is working.
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It’s recommended to see a certified professional at a sterile facility. If acupuncture needles are improperly handled, you’re put at high risk of getting an infection.
Reflexology is a CAM therapy that involves stimulating reflex points on the soles of the feet. This is one of the most popular alternative treatments for MS patients because it’s relaxing and provides therapeutic effects throughout the body.
Massage and bodywork are also great alternative treatments for MS patients because they reduce pain, improve circulation, and relieve muscle spasticity. However, this treatment could be unsafe for some MS patients with heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, arthritis, edema, ulcers or if pregnant.
Magnet therapy is an energy-based medicine that works to increase circulation and oxygenation throughout the body. Pulse Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF) is the most popular version of magnet therapy. PEMF sends an electrical frequency through the body to stimulate ions and electrolytes, improve circulation, boost energy, and reduce pain and inflammation in MS patients.
REMEMBER TO CONSULT YOUR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN PRIOR TO ENGAGING IN ANY OF THESE ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES.
How do you know if treatment is working?
It can take up to 6 months to determine if your treatment is effective. Traditional medicine and CAM treatments are structured to slow the course of the disease and improve the patient’s quality of life by reducing the frequency and severity of MS relapses.
Early treatment is important to minimize inflammation and reduce damage to nerve tissue and loss of brain tissue.
What should you do before considering additional treatment options?
Keep your physician informed. You should be working together to create the best treatment plan to determine what’s working and what’s not.
Discuss changes before altering treatment. If you want to add alternative treatment methods to a pre-existing treatment plan, call your doctor first. Also remember to ask questions before taking new medication, adjusting your diet, or trying a new exercise routine. It can’t hurt to ask your physician if this may have side effects or cause an MS attack.
Document your treatment experience. It may take a few attempts to determine which treatment works best for you. It’s important to keep a journal tracking changes in your treatment, symptoms, frequency of relapses and anything else you’re experiencing that is out of the ordinary. And don’t be afraid to document the positive things, too!
CAM does not replace traditional medicine, rather it works together enhancing the success of available MS treatments. Dr. Duncan reminds us, “Alternative therapies complement, but do not replace the conventional treatment plan.”
The material provided through HealthU is intended to be used as general information only and should not replace the advice of your physician. Always consult your physician for individual care.
