WHAT WE DO
We provide our customers with the knowledge and expertise to drastically improve their health.
SEEKING CARE
Taking the first step of booking an appointment to seek care can be quite daunting. The world of healthcare and alternative medicine can be difficult to navigate as there are so many different variables and options. From following a specific diet, going keto, vegan, juicing, eliminating certain foods, allergy testing, fasting, conflicting exercise advice, new supplements, oils, cryotherapy, irrigation, IV drips, herbal adaptogens and the list goes on and on..
Recognising that you want to take a natural approach to health is just the start. All techniques and practices under the umbrella of natural health care have their benefits and uses but learning how to navigate through them so that they work to your advantage and not to your detriment is very important. We all know that timing, concentrations and quantities are all important factors when consuming any type of drug or medication and natural medicine is no exception. It requires the same respect and discipline for it to work. Every case and individual is different and all require a tailored approach.
HOLISTIC HEALTHCARE PRINCIPLES
At ICAHT we may not have the solution to every problem but our aim is to educate everyone we work with on the foundational principles of holistic healthcare so that they are empowered to understand their body’s needs and use the various natural means to meet them. If we feel the range of care options we provide are not the best fit for you, our aim will always be to signpost and navigate you in the right direction.
TREATMENT OPTIONS
At ICAHT we have a few service options but they do not fit the characteristics of a spa type menu in which you select individual treatments and durations based on your wants. All our care options are based on patient suitability and desired holistic health outcomes. This means your access to our various treatment modalities is facilitated by a guiding practitioner who may take onboard your preferences for particular interventions or styles of care but will discuss your needs and objectives with you in detail in order to deliver a bespoke package of care. One of the great advantages of this model is that you can gain access to a wide range of treatment modalities within your care package without having to have separate treatment packages or practitioners for each one. This not only saves you time (and money) but there is the added benefit of combining treatments modalities which often enhances results.
This service involves a detailed health assessment and consultation with an ICAHT practitioner. The session will help you explore your health from a holistic perspective and is suited to individuals who want to gain a better understanding of what is currently going on with their health. You will have the opportunity to discuss what health management and treatment options would be advisable for your case. No treatment is included in this appointment but further sessions can be scheduled based on the recommendations discussed with your practitioner.
NEW PATIENT CONSULTATION &TREATMENT SESSION
This service includes a new patient consultation but also includes a single treatment session of Holistic physical therapy. The session may include a range of treatment modalities based on suitability, care goals and patient preference but this will be discussed and decided on during the session. The treatment session will be focused on one particular area of the body or a particular health goal.
NEW PATIENT EXTENDED CONSULTATION & TREATMENT SESSION
This service also includes a new patient consultation and initial treatment session however it is an extended session. Extended sessions are designed to accommodate cases that have more complex needs in terms of either time required for consultation, time required for treatment or a combination of the two. Examples of these would include athletic personalities, people with larger body mass (such as body builders) or individuals who have challenging health needs and require more information and consideration from the practitioner to manage them efficiently. Extended sessions can also be suitable for individuals who do not have complex health needs but wish to have more than one body area or issue worked on during an individual session. This option is also popular for people who are traveling some distance to attend the clinic so that they can receive the maximum service in one visit.
VIP ELITE PERFORMANCE THEARPY NP(FULL MOT)
This Service is designed for professional athletes and influential personalities who require an exclusive service from our lead practitioners. A full assessment and consultation is conducted as well as a health goals discussion to ensure alignment of the treatment objectives and personal and career objectives. Treatment consists of holistic physical therapy techniques based on the ICAHT model of care and there is an allowance for as many areas of focus as suitable for the individual patient.
We understand that putting your health in the hands of someone else is a big deal and that you may have many questions that you need answered before you can feel comfortable enough to proceed. We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions below for your reference and also have a message box for any questions you may have that were not covered in our list.
OUR PATIENT PROCESS
The first step for anyone seeking care at an ICAHT Clinic is to book an initial NEW PATIENT appointment. There are a few new appointment options and we will explain the different services a little further on, but it’s important to know that ALL new patient appointments will have the same patient discovery process. This initial part of our interaction with any new client helps us gain a detailed understanding of your current health state as well as your past health history and lifestyle patterns. This process actually begins prior to our initial meeting as you are sent an online form to complete as soon as you have booked your appointment.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Avoid any big meals
- Well hydrated taking any prescription medication as usual
- Arriving at a good time will allow you to find parking and use the restroom so that you can attend your appointment in a relaxed state without interruption.
- You will likely be asked to wait at your allocated appointment time while your practitioner reviews your forms and considers your case.
- When ready you will be taken into a consultation room where your practitioner will elaborate on certain aspects of your form with you to gain a deeper holistic understanding of you as a human being and not just as a collection of symptoms.
- Our consultations can go deep into your past to explore potential influences and it’s important to be open and honest with your practitioner in order for them to best help you.
- They will never pass judgment over you and everything that you share will be in confidence. You are welcome to bring along some moral support in the form of a friend or loved one if you feel anxious or worried about coming in on your own.
If you do invite someone in with you, be aware that you may discuss some personal subjects relating to your life and health, but are welcome to ask them to leave at any point if you so wish.
After your background history your practitioner will go into more detail on the reason you have sought care. This may be for wellness and maintenance or recovery, from a particular health challenge or issue. You are encouraged to bring along any information, scans or reports pertaining to your issue if you have them available. Once all the required information is obtained, if applicable your practitioner will continue with a physical assessment. This may vary depending on your reason for seeking care but may involve palpation, functional tests and visual assessment. It’s advisable to wear loose fitting comfortable clothing during your physical assessments. In most cases you would not need to undress to be assessed but on the rare occasion that this is required a patient gown will be provided.
Continual Care &
Support
At ICAHT, our commitment to your well-being doesn’t end with your initial assessment and treatment plan. We believe in continual care and support throughout your journey to health optimisation. Our team will closely monitor your progress, make necessary adjustments to your treatment plan, and provide you with the education and tools you need to manage and maintain your health in the future. This proactive approach to health maintenance is the true expression of healthcare, different from the reactive practice of looking after one’s sickness when it arises (Sick care).
