Dr. Lock, ND, is pleased to offer natural herbal treatment services in Ottawa. Herbal medicine is a system based on the use of plants or plant extracts that may be ingested or applied to the skin. Herbal remedies are often in the form of extracts, tinctures, capsules and tablets as well as teas.
Plant medicines (or herbal medicines) have been prescribed for thousands of years and are often the basis for modern prescription medications. Ancient Chinese and Egyptian papyrus writings describe medicinal uses for plants as early as 3,000 BC. Indigenous cultures (such as African and Native American) used herbs in their healing rituals, while others developed traditional medical systems (such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine) in which herbal therapies were used. As a botanical medicine naturopath, Dr. Lock draws on this deep well of traditional knowledge and applies it with modern clinical training.
Herbal Medicines can be used for virtually any condition. Some common examples are:
One of the most common concerns patients have is whether natural herbal treatment is safe, especially if they are currently on prescription medications. Dr. Lock, ND, is thoroughly trained in herb-drug interactions and will never recommend a herbal protocol that conflicts with your existing care. In fact, the work of a botanical medicine naturopath is designed to complement your overall healthcare plan.
As a botanical medicine naturopath, Dr. Lock uses professional-grade herbal preparations and custom formulations tailored to your specific health goals. Your natural herbal treatment plan is never off-the-shelf. It’s thoughtfully designed around your body, your history, and your needs.
