Lyme Disease Treatment in Winnipeg
Testing, treatment and support for Lyme disease and co-infections
Lyme disease is complex. Your care should be thorough.
Lyme disease treatment at Nature Doctors in Winnipeg starts with finding out what is really going on. Lyme is spread mainly by tick bites, it is hard to diagnose, and it often comes with co-infections. We find and treat the root causes of your symptoms with specialized testing and a plan built around you.
Dr. Anand Amin, M.D.(IMG), DO(MP) leads our Lyme care, bringing a medical and osteopathic background to the nerve, joint and fatigue symptoms Lyme can cause. Dr. Aminder Singh, ND and Dr. Sara Korsunsky, ND add naturopathic care to calm inflammation, support your immune system and help your body recover.
Book a consultation with Dr. Anand Amin, M.D.(IMG), DO(MP), Dr. Aminder Singh, ND or Dr. Sara Korsunsky, ND, or call (204) 943-6079.
Not sure where to start? The $129 Deep Healing Assessment is an optional first step that helps map out your care. You do not need it to book a consultation.
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Symptoms of Lyme disease
Lyme disease is easiest to treat early, so book a visit if you think you may have been infected. Many people never remember a tick bite or a rash. Symptoms can show up anywhere in the body, including:
Whole body: fatigue, fevers, chills, night sweats and poor sleep
Joints and muscles: joint pain or swelling, muscle aches, stiffness and cramps
Nerves: tingling, numbness, burning or shooting pain, facial palsy and twitching
Head, eyes and ears: headaches, light or sound sensitivity, blurry vision and ringing in the ears
Brain and mood: brain fog, poor memory, anxiety, low mood and irritability
Heart and lungs: palpitations, chest discomfort and shortness of breath
Digestion: nausea, reflux, diarrhea or constipation
Because its symptoms overlap with so many conditions, Lyme is often called the great imitator. Some people are first told they have fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome or another chronic condition.
Lyme disease testing
Standard Lyme testing in Canada checks for only a few strains, yet more than 20 strains can cause Lyme symptoms. A negative result does not always rule Lyme out.
We offer specialized testing through an accredited European laboratory that looks for a wider range of Borrelia strains, plus common co-infections such as Babesia, Bartonella and other bacterial, viral and parasitic infections. Your doctor will explain which tests fit your case and review the cost with you before you decide. Results usually take two to three weeks.
How we treat Lyme disease
There is no single fix for Lyme. Effective Lyme disease treatment uses several tools together, timed to your stage of illness.
Osteopathic manual therapy
Dr. Anand Amin, M.D.(IMG), DO(MP) uses gentle, hands-on osteopathic techniques to ease joint and muscle pain, calm an overactive nervous system and help your body move again.
Naturopathic medicine
Dr. Aminder Singh, ND and Dr. Sara Korsunsky, ND build a plan that may include anti-inflammatory nutrition, herbal antimicrobials and biofilm support, plus nutraceuticals to protect your nerves and support your gut, liver and kidneys.
IV and injection therapies
When your doctor decides they are suitable after an assessment, IV or injection therapy may be part of your naturopathic plan. Your doctor will discuss which options suit you.
Local hyperthermia
Targeted therapeutic heat applied to painful joints and muscles to boost blood flow and relax tight tissue.
Acupuncture, massage and counselling
Acupuncture with Juyin Lu, R.Ac. and massage therapy with Jennifer Weidemann, RMT ease symptoms and relax your nervous system. Counselling supports you through the emotional weight of a long illness.
Working with your current care
Antibiotics are a common part of Lyme treatment. We ask about every medication you take and build your natural care plan to fit safely alongside it.
Book a consultation with Dr. Anand Amin, M.D.(IMG), DO(MP), Dr. Aminder Singh, ND or Dr. Sara Korsunsky, ND
What the research shows
Natural medicines are being studied seriously for Lyme disease. Researchers estimate that 10 to 20% of people treated for Lyme continue to have symptoms afterward. In a Johns Hopkins laboratory study, seven botanical extracts, including Japanese knotweed, cat’s claw, sweet wormwood, black walnut and Chinese skullcap, showed good activity against the hard-to-treat, non-growing form of the Lyme bacteria. One herb, Cryptolepis, cleared it completely in the lab, where the antibiotics doxycycline and cefuroxime did not.
Your Lyme care team
Dr. Anand Amin, M.D.(IMG), DO(MP) leads Lyme care at Nature Doctors. He earned a Doctor of Medicine degree, spent three years in neurology research and completed his osteopathic manual training, so he understands how Lyme affects the nervous system and the whole body. Read Dr. Amin’s profile. Dr. Amin is not licensed to practise medicine in Canada.
Dr. Aminder Singh, ND supports patients with chronic illness through naturopathic medicine, IV and injection therapy and acupuncture. Read Dr. Singh’s profile.
Dr. Sara Korsunsky, ND brings a focus on herbal medicine, detoxification and heavy metals, which often matter in long-standing Lyme. Read Dr. Korsunsky’s profile.
Supportive care comes from Juyin Lu, R.Ac., our acupuncturist, and Jennifer Weidemann, RMT, our registered massage therapist.
Lyme disease FAQs
Do I need a referral?
No. You can contact Nature Doctors directly to get started.
Who should I book with?
Dr. Anand Amin, M.D.(IMG), DO(MP) leads Lyme care at Nature Doctors and is a great first visit for Lyme disease, co-infections and the nerve pain, joint pain and fatigue that often come with them. Dr. Aminder Singh, ND and Dr. Sara Korsunsky, ND also support Lyme patients with naturopathic care. Not sure? Our front desk will match you with the right doctor.
What happens at my first visit?
Your initial Lyme consultation is a thorough review of your health history, symptoms and any past testing. Your doctor then explains your testing options and next steps, so you leave with a clear plan.
Should I bring anything to my first appointment?
Bring copies of any recent blood work or test results, and a written list of the medications and supplements you take.
How is Lyme disease tested?
Standard testing in Canada looks for a limited number of strains. We offer specialized testing through an accredited European laboratory that checks for a wider range of Borrelia strains and common co-infections. Your doctor will review which tests fit your case, and their cost, before you decide.
How long do test results take?
Usually two to three weeks. We suggest booking your follow-up visit when you do your testing.
What will my treatment plan include?
Your plan is built for you and may include anti-inflammatory nutrition, herbal antimicrobials and nutraceuticals, IV and injection therapies, local hyperthermia, osteopathic manual therapy, acupuncture with Juyin Lu, R.Ac., massage therapy with Jennifer Weidemann, RMT and counselling support.
How long does treatment last?
It depends on how long you have been unwell, which infections are involved and how severe your symptoms are. Some people need a few weeks of care, others a year or more. Your plan and retest points are reviewed with you as you go.
How much does it cost?
Consultation fees are set by each practitioner, and our front desk can tell you the current fee when you book. Your doctor will review the cost of any testing or treatment with you before you start.
Can you guarantee my recovery?
No practitioner can guarantee a cure. What we can promise is a thorough, personalized plan that draws on current research, clinical experience and a team of practitioners working together.
How do I book?
Book online with Dr. Anand Amin, M.D.(IMG), DO(MP), Dr. Aminder Singh, ND or Dr. Sara Korsunsky, ND, or call (204) 943-6079.
Ready to get answers about Lyme disease?
Book a consultation with Dr. Anand Amin, M.D.(IMG), DO(MP), Dr. Aminder Singh, ND or Dr. Sara Korsunsky, ND. Not sure where to start? Begin with the optional $129 Deep Healing Assessment.