Hello my name is Dr. Cara Caponio and I am a naturopathic doctor
Dr. Cara Caponio
“Growing up as a student athlete, I always knew there was something more that I could have been using to elevate my game. Myself, along with my teammates, didn’t have this type of exposure of healthcare. It could have prevented so many injuries and disordered eating habits that I had due to the lack of education from professionals. The fact that I’m now able to be that person for others and help them prevent making the same mistakes I’ve made is something that words cannot even to describe.”
Who is Dr. Cara?
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The journey.
After graduating from the Kinesiology and Health Sciences program with honours at York University, Dr. Caponio ND went on to complete the four-year naturopathic medical program at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto Ontario. During her time at CCNM, she treated patients at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic with the specialty Sports Medicine shift, as well at the Brampton Urgent Care Centre, and the Flemingdon Community Health Centre.
Dr. Caponio ND is certified and affiliated with the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND), and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).
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The mindset.
No one should have to feel limited and belittled by their health. No one should have to be told that their abnormal symptoms are “fine” or “normal”. Dr. Caponio ND strives to work with you to identify the root cause of your health concerns and to develop a sustainable and achievable plan to get you back to feeling your best. A firm believer in an evidence-based approach, she addresses each patient as an individual and doesn’t believe in a one size fits all method. She advocates for using both standard and advanced laboratory tests to guide assessment and uses both conventional and natural treatments to target your unique presentation and get you back to feeling your best.
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The reason.
Dr. Caponio ND believes that everyone can feel like an athlete. Physical activity and movement is essential to achieve optimal physical, mental, and spiritual health. Not only should everyone have access to a form of movement that they enjoy, but also access to education and treatment. Everyone deserves the same treatment and respect as the professional athletes, regardless of your athleticism, body type, age or goals!
Special Interests/Focuses
Some of the conditions that Dr. Caponio ND focuses on include:
Musculoskeletal: rheumatoid/osteoarthritis, “tunnel” syndromes, back pain, athletic injuries
Gastrointestinal: IBS/IBD, GERD, constipation, food allergies/intolerances
Mental health: anxiety, depression, disordered eating, stress management, burn out, fatigue
Metabolic: diabetes and insulin resistance, obesity/weight management, thyroid imbalances
Gynecological: PCOS, menstrual irregularities, dysmenorrhea, menopause
Some of the treatments that are often conducted in visits can include:
Physical medicine: Myofascial release, mobilization, manipulation, massage, cupping
Acupuncture: electrostimulation, trigger point, Asian medicine
Nutrition and specific dietary implementation
Supplemental prescription: specific nutrients/vitamins, botanicals
Lifestyle counselling