NUHS Hosted Healthy Kids Open House May 13
Faculty and Students Join in Passion for
Natural Medicine
Students at National University have the opportunity to explore their chosen path in natural health care both in and out of the classroom; and in collaboration with NUHS faculty, they can share that passion with others through presentations and research.
Clinic Chair and Student Share Acupuncture’s Benefits
Chair of Clinical Practice Manuel Duarte, DC, MSAc, and 10th trimester intern Giulio Germano recently shared the benefits of acupuncture in the treatment of PTSD with veterans at the DuPage County Vet Center. The center hosts monthly events for veterans, and in February, the program featured two yoga classes, two iRest meditation classes, and the NUHS informational talk about the use of acupuncture as an adjunct to therapy. Intern Germano explained how acupuncture works, how it has been proven to assist in treating PTSD, and how it can help relieve chronic pain as a result of PTSD. Dr. Duarte followed up with a discussion of the treatments and services of the NUHS Veterans Clinic (sponsored by China-Gel). “Acupuncture has the potential to positively affect physical, cognitive and emotional responses with few potential side effects,” he said.
Phytoestrogen Research Earns Scholarship for ND Student
Allison Wills, a third year naturopathic medicine student, earned a $500 second place scholarship for a research review entitled “Phytoestrogens: Varying Effects Across a Lifespan,” co-authored with Assistant Dean of Naturopathic Medicine Fraser Smith, MATD, ND. The review was also published in ND News & Review and on NDNR.com. Wills, who has a strong passion for the subject of reproductive health and dermatology, tackled the controversial subject of whether phytoestrogens are health foods or toxins. Her review discussed how the health effects of phytoestrogens can vary depending on genetics and the various stages of a woman’s life, and why the topic is so divisive. Read More
Dean Inspires Long Term Interest in Research
National University’s emphasis on evidence-based research plays an important role in every student’s time at the university. For some, it lasts way beyond their studies. Prior to graduation, Matthew Budavich (NUHS ’16) took a job as a research assistant working with Gregory Cramer, DC, PhD, dean of research. Dr. Budavich became so inspired with new research that he continued to work with Dr. Cramer as a research fellow for the remainder of his time on campus, and returned after graduation to complete the project. “The research I conducted excited me for the profession and it gave me a passion for the ‘why’ and ’how’ of what we do as chiropractors,” says Dr. Budavich. Read More
New Hydrotherapy Suite Opens
The Whole Health Center in Lombard recently christened the newest state-of-the-art, medically-oriented hydrotherapy suite in the Chicago area. Hydrotherapy, a naturopathic health tradition, utilizes the therapeutic benefits of water to soothe, regulate, or stimulate various systems in the body. For NUHS students, this is an opportunity to treat more patients with a larger variety of treatments and with the most modern equipment. Read More
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National University of Health Sciences hosted its first annual Healthy Kids Open House on May 13. Several local families took advantage of this free event, which was perfect for parents interested in exploring natural approaches to keep their children in optimal health. Throughout the day, our naturopathic, chiropractic and oriental medicine experts and interns hosted activities, kid-friendly yoga and tai-chi classes, as well as demonstrations for both children and adults to enjoy.
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NUHS Research Highlighted at Esteemed Experimental Biology Conference
NUHS Dean of Research Gregory Cramer, DC, PhD, and alum Joshua Little, DC, PhD, discussed the mechanisms of low back pain and spinal manipulation as a non-pharmaceutical approach to its treatment at Experimental Biology, a major national scientific conference earlier this year.
National University is proud to have faculty and graduates at the forefront of research in back pain and spinal manipulation. NUHS continues to help fill the need for non-opioid and alternative treatments through chiropractic medicine, naturopathic medicine, oriental medicine and massage therapy. Read More