Naturopathy is a holistic modality that considers the spiritual, emotional, physical and mental aspects of a patient’s health. Instead of identifying disease and using a reductionist approach, Naturopathy will aim to treat the cause and support the whole body. The treatments include dietary advice, herbal medicine, supplements and lifestyle modifications.

Naturopathy is a safe modality. However there is a potential risk of adverse effects with supplements/herbal medicine and medication. However the prescriptions are selected carefully to avoid this from happening.

No you do not need a referral from a GP to see a Naturopath at Optimum Wellbeing.

Yes. Osteopathy and Natuopathy does work on all ages. Osteopathy can help address any compressions caused during birth and rebalance the baby’s body through gentle cranio-sacral treatments. And Naturopathy can help whether it be dietary advice for breast feeding mothers or infants starting on solids to using supplements, herbal medicine and probiotics. Naturopathy can be used on a whole range of health issues.

A Naturopath will be able to look deeper into your health. Sometimes you need a little extra help with supplements and herbal medicine to increase your energy. For instance if your adrenal glands or thyroid gland is not working properly you will feel sluggish no matter how much you exercise or how clean you eat. It could just simply be a missing nutrient in your diet.

The initial consult can take up to an hour and a half. Cameron spends time taking a thorough case history. Follow up appointments last up to 45 minutes but as you progress it is possible to just pop in for a tincture or supplements.

The first consult will involve detailed case taking, physical examination, diet analysis, education/advice as well as treatment plan and prescription of herbs and/or supplements.

Osteopathy is incredibly effective with chronic pain as there are several techniques that can be used, some are very subtle and gentle so you won’t suffer from the session but instead start the healing process.

Arriving 5 minutes early would be helpful to sign the consent form. However, you will be sent forms to fill out via email when you make a booking.

More specifically the Naturopath uses blood, urine and functional testing for extra information if required. Other investigations used during the consult are urine analysis, blood glucose testing and general physical examinations.

Yes the Optimum Wellbeing Osteopath can assist during all stages of pregnancy. As the baby grows different pressures are placed on the mother’s body and osteopathy can ease these aches and pains and also can prepare the body for birth.

You can come in to see Nick Bradley Osteopath Gold Coast in the same week as giving birth. It is extremely beneficial to mother and baby to receive osteopathic treatments shortly after birth to aid the recovery process and assist with rebalancing the body after such an intense journey for both mother and child. Osteopathy can also help a new born relese any tensions and trauma caused by birth and therefore assist with improved feeding and sleeping.

Yes. It would be very beneficial to see a Naturopath after having a baby to assess your nutrient levels and replenish your body with anything that is deficient.

Absolutely. As Cameron Barker Naturopath at Optimum Wellbeing, Gold Coast works with you on health and you begin to detox, a massage can aid that process and speed up the elimination of toxins from your body. Similarly Nick may advise getting a massage prior to his treatment so that the body is in a more relaxed state so he can work deeper into the root of the issue.

Naturopaths can work with most conditions. The most common being anxiety, depression, gut disturbances, hormonal imbalances, weight issues, lowered immunity/recurrent infections and fatigue.

The amount of appointments required is all based on the complexity of your case and how long you have been unwell for. Therefore it could be from 2-3 appointments to ongoing treatment for several months.

Yes you can claim your appointments on Private Health Insurance.

Yes. It would be very beneficial to see a Naturopath whilst pregnant to monitor any nutrient deficiencies and help the body get ready for childbirth.

Naturopathy does work on all ages. Whether it be dietary advice to using supplements and herbal medicine. Naturopathy can be used on a whole range of health issues.