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Dr. Travis Whitney
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Travis Whitney is a naturopathic physician practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Whitney specializes in proactive prevention and treatment. Dr. Whitney combines holistic healing methods with traditional solutions to medical illness. Providing both individual and family care, the most common ailments treated are allergies, chronic pain, digestive issues, obesity, heart disease, fertility, menopause, cancer and chronic fatigue syndrome. Naturopathic Physicians place a strong emphasis on natural remedies that add to the broad spectrum of remedies available.
18 years
Experience
Dr. Travis Whitney
- Phoenix, AZ
- UWF
- Accepting new patients
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Does a naturopathic physician treat conditions through medication?
Many naturopathic doctors do use pharmaceutical medications. However the philosophy in naturopathic medicine is to use medications when necessary and try to address the root cause. READ MORE
Many naturopathic doctors do use pharmaceutical medications. However the philosophy in naturopathic medicine is to use medications when necessary and try to address the root cause. Typically lifestyle changes will be used in conjunction with medication.
How much sunlight do we need?
Part of the answer depends on where someone lives, their skin color, and time of year. In general it’s recommended to get a minimum of 20-30 minutes of sunshine on your skin a READ MORE
Part of the answer depends on where someone lives, their skin color, and time of year. In general it’s recommended to get a minimum of 20-30 minutes of sunshine on your skin a day. This is very minimal though. And people with darker skin, and living in more northern environments will need more.
My daughter is grinding her teeth. What could be the reason behind this?
Teeth grinding could be a stress or anxiety response, or a response to pain such as a sinus or ear infection. If children have gastrointestinal infections it'd difficult, or impossible, READ MORE
Teeth grinding could be a stress or anxiety response, or a response to pain such as a sinus or ear infection. If children have gastrointestinal infections it'd difficult, or impossible, for them to communicate it. An imbalance in the organisms in their intestines can cause inflammation, stress, anxiety, pain, and more. A stool sample test, I use GI-MAP from Diagnostic Solutions, can help reveal if this is an issue.
Does acupuncture help with nasal congestion?
Yes! A good acupuncturist can help both relieve nasal congestion immediately and help get to the root cause of the congestion. Which could be due to diet or lifestyle, or an imbalance READ MORE
Yes! A good acupuncturist can help both relieve nasal congestion immediately and help get to the root cause of the congestion. Which could be due to diet or lifestyle, or an imbalance in your body.
