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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) | Terminology
Whether you are a first time patient at The Healing Clinic, or this is your first experience with alternative and complementary medicine altogether, we are here to help you learn more. This section of the site is devoted to answering common questions about our clinic, as well as demystify common tests, terms and procedures. If you have additional questions or suggestions for the list, please contact us!
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What will my first visit be like?
While every visit is unique, the primary purpose of your first visit will be to determine the current state of your body, mind and spirit, and how to best care for you. Typically, the visit lasts about an hour and a half, during which time the doctor will gather as much background information as possible. Because we are working together for your wellness, there is no need to be shy - we openly welcome your questions and ideas during your visit!
What should I bring/do during my first visit?
During your first visit, please be sure to complete and bring all the patient health history forms with you. In addition, be sure to bring any medical results from other facilities if they are relevant to your condition. When you arrive, sign in at the front desk, and update the yellow form.
We suggest you wear comfortable clothing and a minimal amount of jewelry during your appointment.
What insurance do you take?
Although we do not accept any insurance plans, we are happy to provide you with forms to submit to your insurance company for discounts or reimbursement.
How do I pay for my visit?
In order to provide you with the best care available at a minimum cost to you, it is necessary that you pay for our services as you receive them. At the end of each visit, please visit the front desk where you pay for your services and schedule your next appointment, if necessary.
We accept all major credit cards, cash and checks. In order to lower costs to our patients, our office does offer time of service discounts for eligible patients. Please do not hesitate to call our office so that we may help you with any questions about our billing procedures. During regular office hours, please direct your inquiries to Iryna, our office manager.
Terminology
Acupuncture
Complete system of healing by balancing the flow of vital energy throughout the body through stimulation of special body points. Visit our acupuncture page for more information. 
Adrenal Stress Urine Test
This is a specialized urine test that measures the amount of chloride displaced in your urine. Excess chloride in the urine is a reliable measurement of adrenal stress fatigue. Adrenal stress is now a major health challenge. 
Ayurveda
Ayurveda means "the science of life" in Sanskrit. Being the oldest medical science, it teaches how to generate wellness and use curative properties of plants, herbs, essential oils, exercise, etc., to restore vitality and beauty. 
Biofeedback
Biofeedback is a training technique in which patient is improves his/her health and performance by using signals from his/her own body. 
Blood Type Test
Most people simply do not know their blood type and most doctors do not routinely test for it! This is an extremely important test for developing the diet that is genetically best for you. This test can be performed in less than 10 minutes. 
Body Composition Analysis
A non-invasive method of determining percentage of intra and extra cellular water, etc., helping to determine cell vitality. 
Calcium Urine Test
Calcium is an essential mineral for many cellular functions, as well as for healthy bone development. This test looks at the levels of calcium in the urine and its significance. Moreover, this test can also be a possible indicator for parathyroid problems. 
Chemstrip Urine Test
This is a quick in-office dipstick test that measures 10 separate urine categories. This test is used for nutritional imbalances that can contribute to serious health problems including infection, tissue degeneration, liver disease, kidney disease, and diabetes. In addition to these tests, the color, clarity, and odor of the urine can give us important insights. 
Electral-Dermo Screening
A non-invasive method of evaluating the condition of the body's organs and systems by measuring electrical conductivity of corresponding points on the skin. 
Energy Medicine
Based on concept of “multidimensional” human energy system. Using many forms of frequencies of vibrating energy to contribute to the restoration of healthy vibration of the body.
Energy Medicine: Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Techniques (NAET)
Nambudripad's Allergy Elimination Technique - A non-invasive method of allergy elimination developed by Dr. Devi S. Nambudripad, based on integration of Eastern and Western medicine. Visit our energy medicine page for more information. 
Energy Medicine: Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET)
Neuro-Emotional Technique - A non -invasive method of eliminating emotional components of pathology discovered by Dr. Scott Walker, based on integration of Eastern and Western medicine. Visit our energy medicine page for more information.
Energy Medicine: Neuro-modulation Technique (NMT)
A non-invasive method based on accessing and assessing the autonomic nervous system of the body, developed by Dr. Leslie Feinberg. Visit our energy medicine page for more information. 
Energy Medicine: Total Body Modification (TBM)
A non-invasive method of restoring energy harmony, by transmitting corrective information to the body, developed by Dr. Victor Frank. Visit our energy medicine page for more information. 
FAR Infrared
FIR waves break large water molecules into smaller ones, releasing trapped toxins in the process. It accelerates the metabolic exchange between blood and body tissue, increasing the regenerative ability of the tissue and cells, improving our health condition. 
Health Appraisal Questionnaire
A computerized questionnaire that helps discover imbalances in different organs and systems based on reported symptoms. 
Health Express Test
A quantitative assessment of the general functional condition of the body based on Heart Rate Variability Analysis. 
Homeopathy
Natural pharmaceutical science of healthcare that activates the body's own healing process using very small or infinitesimal doses of different substances to activate the body's system to initiate the healing response. 
Kinesiology (Muscle Response Testing)
Muscle Response Testing is conducted to compare the strength of a pre-determined muscle in the presence and absence of a suspected allergen, supplement, food, etc. 
Lifestyle Analysis
Analysis of constitutional body type, nutrition, recreation, exercise, daily rhythm of activities, etc. which helps to determine personal treatment and healing programs. 
Live Blood Cell Analysis (Live Blood Microscopy)
This advanced system of blood screening enables detection of over 20 categories of imbalances and helps early evaluation of health problems. 
Malabsorption Urine Test
This urine test allows your physician to screen you for the presence of harmful anaerobic bacteria and bowel dysbiosis. Dysbiosis is a toxic condition caused by a decline in the population of beneficial digestive bacteria This can lead to malabsorption, digestive disturbances, allergies, and inflammatory symptoms. 
Naturopathy
Naturopathy is medicine based on premise of stimulating the body’s ability to heal itself in the gentlest, least invasive, most efficient manner possible, by diagnosing and treating the cause of pathology. 
Nerve Express Test
A quantitative assessment of the autonomic nervous system based on Heart Rate Variability Analysis. 
Oxidata™ Urine Test
The Oxidata ™ Urine test is 50 times more sensitive than blood serum free radical tests. Free radical damage can lead to cell degeneration, initiating a host of conditions such as fatigue, arthritis, elevated cholesterol, and degenerative heart disease. This test indicates the actual degree of damage to the cells caused by free radical activity. 
Saliva pH Test
The Saliva pH Test helps detect deep levels of physical and mental stress. When highly stressed, the body becomes acidic, which in turn displaces valuable alkaline minerals. Thus, this is an excellent screening for mineral deficiency and overall stress of the body. 
Vitamin C Urine Test
Vitamin C is crucial to the health of the immune system and connective tissue, and is a powerful anti-oxidant. Recent research has also placed vitamin C in the category of an anti-cancer nutrient. This urine test will accurately determine your vitamin C status. 
Zinc Taste Test
Zinc is without a doubt the most deficient mineral in the American diet. It is an essential co-factor of the immune system and sexual system. Over 90% of patients show signs of zinc deficiency This simple, yet reliable zinc taste test will instantly indicate your zinc status. 
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