Chelation therapy in Portland, OR for heavy metals and cardiovascular health! Chelation therapy works by forming stable bonds with heavy metals, essentially "grabbing" onto these substances and facilitating their excretion through urine. The chelating agents have an affinity for heavy metals, reducing their concentration in tissues and organs.

In the quest for optimizing health and performance, biohacking has emerged as a fascinating and innovative field. Biohackers are individuals who leverage science and technology to enhance their physical and mental well-being. In this blog post, we will delve into three intriguing biohacking modalities: Ozone Therapy, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, and IV Therapy.

Urban Wellness Group is the only outpatient clinic in Portland to use hard shell hyperbaric chambers. Call to book an appointment today!

Here at Urban Wellness Group, our physicians have been hearing from so many people who are interested in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). But many aren’t sure if it’s right for them. In today’s post, we’ll explain this incredible technology, how it’s helping our patients, and how to find out if HBOT is right for you.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) has been a common topic in the news recently, often mentioned in discussions of the danger of contact sports like football. But did you know that millions of people in the United States suffer a traumatic brain injury and post-concussion syndrome every year?Slipping on an icy sidewalk, falling off a bicycle, or being involved in a seemingly minor car crash can all lead to a TBI, otherwise known as a concussion. As more research is conducted on the causes, symptoms, and effects of TBI, doctors and scientists are beginning to realize brain injuries are much more complicated than once thought.

What do Michael Phelps, LeBron James, and Tim Tebow have in common? They, along with thousands of other world-class athletes, basketball players, football stars, and Olympians, rely on Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to improve their athletic performance. In today’s blog post, we’ll look at the reasons why HBOT is a powerful treatment that any athlete can benefit from. Let’s get started!

Ever wondered what HBOT (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy) and high dose vitamin C IV therapy are? Have you considered either for your cancer treatment? Both can help your body recover and have been shown to be effective parts of cancer treatment plans. In this month’s post, we’ll go over just what HBOT and high dose vitamin C treatments entail and how they might be able to help with cancer treatment and recovery.

Do you experience tingling, numbness, sensations of hot or cold, or weakness- particularly in your hands and feet? If so, you might be one of millions of people who suffer from neuropathy and neuropathic pain. In today’s blog post, we’ll discuss the causes of neuropathy, how it can affect your overall health, and take a closer look at a few of the most effective treatments for neuropathy, including Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

Sciatica pain plagues many people throughout Portland, both young and old. For many, their pain can be so severe it diminishes their quality of life. Natural treatments, as opposed to pain medication or invasive procedures, are an effective method for relieving sciatica pain. A holistic pain relief approach allows you to continue your daily activities and treat the root cause of the problem. Talk to the doctors at Urban Wellness Group to develop a sciatica pain relief treatment that’s right for you.

Vitamin C is an essential component of your health and wellness. Unfortunately, your body can’t produce Vitamin C on its own. Foods like oranges, lemons, and red bell peppers are rich in Vitamin C and should be a part of your diet. Research shows that Vitamin C IV Therapy is highly beneficial for your body. Vitamin C IV Therapy allows you to bypass your GI tract and take full advantages of high doses of Vitamin C. Call Urban Wellness Group at (503) 445-9771 to schedule a Vitamin C IV Therapy appointment.

Your body uses oxygen for all kinds of things. It’s carried in the bloodstream to reach cells throughout your body. The higher oxygen content you have in your system, the better your body’s cells and processes function. Now imagine breathing hyperbaric oxygen, which is 97 percent oxygen at a much higher atmospheric pressure at sea level. If you think fresh air is good for you, think of what hyperbaric oxygen can do! Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is just that. The treatment has been around since at least the late 19th century. Today, HBOT has been shown to have a number of beneficial biochemical, cellular, and physiologic effects on the body.

Sometimes, intravenous (IV) therapy is the best way to get the important nutrients your body needs. This can happen for many reasons. Digestive issues may prevent your body from properly absorbing nutrients. Chronic nausea may make it difficult for you to keep certain foods down. At Urban Wellness Group, IV therapy allows us to deliver nutrients directly into your bloodstream so your body can get the nutrients it needs to function.

Nearly 10% of people in Portland commute by bicycle. That’s tens of thousands of commuters biking to their offices every single day! That’s the highest percentage of bike commuters in any major city! Plus, thousands more people ride their bikes for fun, either on the road or on nearby trails. It’s amazing to see so many people being active and enjoying the outdoors on their bicycles. Bicycling is a great form of exercise that strengthens your muscles, joints, tendons, bones and cardiovascular system. Not only is bicycling a great way to get around, it’s great for your body, too!

Earlier this year, a new law went into effect in Oregon that extended and improved coverage for people injured in automobile accidents. One area of the law focused on Personal Injury Protection coverage, something that everyone in Oregon should be familiar with. In today’s post, we’ll talk more about this type of coverage and how it might be able to help you.

Recognizing symptoms of whiplash, back pain, and other common auto injuries. After a car accident, things can feel chaotic. You may be dealing with stress and pain, and it’s hard to know what to do. In the United States, one out of every three car accidents results in an injury. Some injuries are painful right away; others take hours, days, or even months to appear. If you’ve recently been in an accident, you may have injuries you’re not aware of yet. This post will help you understand your options and decide what to do.

November marks the onset of flu season, when people begin to wonder whether to get flu shots. In general, I don\'t think healthy adults & children need them. There are many safe alternatives to prevent the need for the flu shot; you should certainly be well-informed and know your options. Come into the clinic for a free consultation to learn more.

Greetings and happy holidays to our patients and extended community. I would like to sincerely thank the members of our community for your support, encouragement, and continued business since we opened our doors on January 1st of 2008. It has been an honor and a pleasure to work with you all during our first year of business. Now, more than three hundred new patients later, we are about to embark on our second year with continued dedication to the highest standards of natural medicine and patient care.

Allergic reactions mediated by mast cells occur everywhere in the body. Mast cells line the entire digestive tract, all the mucus membranes of the mouth, throat, nose and lungs, along blood vessels and in the skin. When an allergen is encountered, antibodies get produced which then bind to the outside of the mast cells. Mast cells, which have antibodies attached to them, then become “sensitized.”

At Urban Wellness, we are doing our best to be sustainable and promote this value in our practice and with our patients. You’ve already heard about our low VoC (non-toxic) paints, our use of renovated hardware, and our commitment to local businesses. You’ve heard that most of our docs and staff bike or walk to work. What you may not know is that naturopathic and Chinese medicine has sustainability as its primary focus.

UWG is now offering dermatological treatments with Radiancy Skin Station Including Hair Removal, Acne Clearance, Skin Rejuvenation!!! In our commitment to excellence in holistic primary care and to offering a wide range of the best that nature and cutting edge science has to offer, we are happy to introduce the Radiancy Skin Station to UWG.