Integrative Primary Care Specialist

What is integrative primary care?

Primary care is the term used to describe an individual’s point of contact in all health services. It is your health home base and the place you turn to with questions and concerns about your overall health and wellness. 

The team providing your primary care will look after your basic health needs. That is where you turn when you have questions about unusual symptoms, preventive health, or treatment for a wide range of acute conditions. 

Many people choose a chiropractor as their primary care practitioner. Chiropractors are trained in numerous aspects of physiological health. They also have specialized training in holistic and integrative medicine. 

Integrative medicine is an approach to health care that takes into consideration all aspects of your health and wellness. That includes not just your physical health, but your emotional and mental health as well. Even your connections to the community and social networks are part of integrative health. 

What kinds of primary health services are available?

The team at North Bay Spine and Rehab offers numerous primary care services to keep you and your family as healthy and happy as possible. 

The cornerstone of primary care is routine wellness visits. These visits provide a chance for your care team to assess your overall condition and evaluate how well your body is functioning. You’ll learn tips and techniques to reach and maintain optimal health. 

If you have existing health issues, your visits will focus on ways to improve your health and quality of life. Many chronic health issues can be effectively treated with meaningful lifestyle improvements. Dr. Bowser creates a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. 

Some of the treatments available through primary care include:

• Chiropractic adjustments
• Nutritional counseling
• Allergy testing
• Electric stimulation
• Spinal decompression
• Massage therapy
• Cold laser therapy

Of course, if you sustain an injury or become ill, the North Bay Spine and Rehab team will complete a thorough diagnostic exam and get you on a treatment path right away. 

What if I need specialized care?

While many routine health needs can be addressed through integrative primary care, there are times when specialized care is the right course of action. In those instances, Dr. Bowser and his team will help you find the right specialist for your needs. 

The team then works to coordinate your care so that there is a high degree of continuity when you return to primary care. In many cases, the best way to boost health and speed recovery after a serious health problem is to evaluate your lifestyle and make improvements where possible. 

The team at North Bay Spine and Rehab partners with you to help reduce the risk of further illness or future injury. When you’re ready to explore all that primary care can do for you, call the office to set up a visit or spend a few moments on the online booking page.