Anthroposophic Medicine
Sutter Center for Integrative Holistic Health
Anthroposophic medicine brings a higher dimension to holistic health. It builds on modern conventional medicine by focusing on the health of the soul and spirit as well as on the physical body.
Developed by Rudolf Steiner, anthroposophic medicine and therapies constitute a holistic and human-centered approach to healing and understanding illness. It offers a more balanced approach to your health by viewing the entire human being in its relationship to the universe in treating illness. This knowledge is derived from a spiritual scientific methodology, which expands on conventional science. It does not see illness merely as an unfortunate accident or mechanical breakdown, but rather as intimately connected to the whole person, and potentially positive. If met and treated in an appropriate way, illness may bring a new balance and opportunities for growth in our lives.
Each human being is seen as a unique individual with a spiritual as well as a physical and mental constitution, and needs to be treated accordingly. Plans are created to maintain wellness and heal acute and chronic illnesses by exploring the physical, emotional and spiritual factors that impact wellness and illness in each individual. Illness can have a significant impact on a child’s development and often are signs for what they need.
It includes the use of specialized homeopathic and plant medicines, and specialty therapies in treatment. Holistic and Anthroposophic medicine call for a time commitment on part of the family with a willingness and dedication to grow and learn. There are few if any quick fixes or magic solutions. Focus is on building relationships, challenging, and exploring conventional thought beliefs with the goal of achieving a greater state of health for the whole family.
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