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58 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | MAY / JUNE 2016 Naturopathic Medicine Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are licensed physicians who treat acute and chronic illnesses with the goal of achieving optimum health. NDs are clinically trained in a wide variety of treatment modalities, which may include nutrition and lifestyle counseling, botanical medicine, vitamin and mineral supplements, and physical methods of therapy. Thursdays: 3–6 pm; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge; superbills will be issued, allowing for reimbursement by your insurance company Nutritional Counseling Nutritional counseling works one-on-one with members to address present diet and health concerns. The counseling includes a review of diet and health history followed by suggestions for nutritional changes and interventions that will help you reach your goals. Dietary analysis, food plans, and customized supplement programs are implemented as needed. Information and registration: 206.839.4782, echen@wac.net Physical Therapy From a knee replacement to a frozen shoulder, members can receive treatment and rehabilitation from experts at the WAC's Wellness Center. Physical therapy at the WAC is reimbursable by insurance, just like outside the Club. Better yet, members can enjoy all of the WAC's comfortable and convenient facilities as part of this quality service. Stuart Eivers and James McGuire, Manual Therapy International physical therapists, see one patient per hour, so no more getting shuffled around between therapists or wasting your time. Call the Wellness Center at 206.839.4780 to make an appointment today. Mondays–Fridays: By appointment only; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge WELLNESS PROGRAMS 4th Floor Wellness Center • 206.839.4780 • wac.net/wellness Acupuncture Fire Cupping Cupping promotes the circulation of qi, blood, and interstitial fluids in your tissues and is a powerful method to pull toxins out of your body. $50 per 30-minute session B-12 Shots Feeling fatigued? Not sleeping well? Stressed? Noticing symptoms of irritability, lack of drive, reduced exercise capacity, fuzzy thinking, or tingling in your hands or feet? Vitamin B-12 deficiency or suboptimal levels of B-12 can cause all these symptoms. Regular use of heartburn medications, certain anti-diabetics, antibiotics, excessive coffee intake, and vegetarian diets can exacerbate vitamin B-12 deficiency, as can the aging process. Moreover, for anyone taking antidepressants, researchers have found better results when such medications are taken concurrent with vitamin B-12 shots. Vitamin B-12 plays an important role in protecting us from heart disease and supports healthy circulation, immune function, red blood cell production, mood regulation, memory, concentration, and mental clarity. B-12 shots are offered through the Wellness Center. Appointments are recommended, though walk-ins can be accommodated. Thursdays: 3–6 pm; $50 initial visit, $25 subsequent visits; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Body Composition Analysis Have your body composition measured with a professional-grade segmental bioimpedance analyzer. The analyzer measures weight, fat mass, lean body mass, body fat percentage, intracellular water, extracellular water, and total body water. You will leave with a results report sheet that details your information. This is a great way to monitor your progress through time. $37; information and registration: 206.839.4782, echen@wac.net; by appointment; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Genetic Screening Live better by knowing more. Our genetic testing will provide you with an individualized DNA-based report that will show how your genetics affect your response to diet, nutrition and exercise. You'll gain insight into how your body processes sugars, fats, nutrients and vitamins. Learn how your genes influence your cravings and eating habits. Muscle potential and exercise responses are also analyzed, allowing us to create a smarter health plan that fits your genetic profile. Put science on your side. Increase energy, improve performance, and live healthier faster by eliminating trial and error. This is a great way to unlock the answers to your optimal health. $300. For information and registration, contact Eric Chen at echen@wac.net or 206.839.4782. Injury Screening Do you have a persistent ache or pain? Have you recently injured yourself? Are you wondering whether you should see a health care professional? Now is the perfect time to set up an appointment for an evaluation by a licensed physical therapist. Screening may include recommendations for home treatment or specific activities at the Club. Mondays: 12–1 pm; complimentary; 15-minute appointments Manage Your High Cholesterol Meet with WAC Nutritionist Eric Chen to discuss what healthy dietary strategies you can implement to lower your cholesterol. Find out how you can keep your cholesterol in a healthy range through diet and supplementation. You will learn a lifestyle-friendly, heart- healthy way to eat that won't leave you feeling deprived. Includes a thorough nutritional evaluation, food and snack ideas, a grocery list, evaluation of contributing factors, and coaching for three sessions. $252; information and registration: 206.839.4782, echen@wac.net; by appointment only; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge WELLNESS PROGRAMS 4th Floor Wellness Center • 206.839.4780 • wac.net/wellness-center