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Hundreds of thousands of Canadians take high blood pressure and anti-cholesterol medicine, undergo angioplasty or coronary artery bypass surgery and require long-term management of their circulatory systems. Although many are satisfied with this approach, some are not and seek alternate treatment. Once such treatment is chelation therapy. What Does Chelation Mean? The word chelate is derived from the Greek word chele, which refers to the claw of a crab or lobster, implying the firm, pincer-like binding action. Chelation therapy is a treatment in which a variety of specific compounds are administered orally or by injection so as to bind or chelate unwanted substances. What is Chelation Therapy Used For? The origin of chelation therapy dates back to 1940, when it was first used to treat lead poisoning. Later, it became clear that chelation therapy plays a significant role in reversing the mechanisms that promote atherosclerotic plaque formations (diseased arteries) which subsequently cause heart disease and peripheral vascular diseases. It is currently believed that pathological toxic metals such as arsenic, mercury, lead, and cadmium and possibly excess amounts of iron or calcium, can accumulate in the arteries and other tissues of the body. This accumulation can lead to free radical damage, micro-inflammation and increased vulnerability to infection of the blood vessels, which in turn, initiates the process of atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries). Since these abnormal metals cannot be excreted efficiently by normal detoxification functions, a chelating agent can be introduced into the body, which binds them and allows removal. What Types of Chelation Therapies are Effective? A host chelating agents are available such as EDTA, DMPS, DMSA, peptide clathrating agent, glutathione, cilantro, chlorella, certain amino acids and high dose vitamin C. Each chelating agent has beneficial application depending on the condition to be treated and how it is administered. One of more chelating agents may be used in combination to achieve the desired outcome. What Can I Expect With Chelation Treatments? The ultimate effect of chelation therapy is to restore the health of the arteries. It is one of the most potent anti-aging therapies available. It improves tissue (arteries, skin, organs, etc.) structure - restoring strength and elasticity to all the tissues in the body. Restoring blood flow and reducing resistance in the arteries enhances the delivery of oxygen and other vital nutrients to the tissue that the vessel supplies. Such effects are desirable in a majority of cardiovascular diseases. The end result is restoration of normal blood flow to not only the heart, but the entire vascular system. Chelation therapies often result in the reversal of bone loss (i.e. osteoporosis or osteopenia) by stimulating the formation of new and healthy bone, thereby improving overall bone density. How Many Treatments Will I Need? Chelation is often administered one to two times per week for a minimum of 20 to 30 treatments. Some individuals may however, require more therapy for sustained clinical improvement. Are There Any Drug Interactions? Many patients who undergo chelation therapy are on medications (i.e. blood pressure lowering medications, anti-arrhythmic medications, anti-cholesterol medications, anti-diabetic medications, etc.) at the time of start of their treatment. With successive treatments, many patients require alterations (i.e. reduced dosage, frequency of medication) or complete cessation of their medications. What Are Some Other Benefits of Chelation Therapy? Studies and clinical experience have shown that a majority of patients that undergo chelation show a definite improvement in circulation and arterial pulses. Other benefits include a return of normal temperature to the feet, regaining of ability to walk long distances comfortably, a decrease or elimination of chest pain, lowered blood pressure, improvement in brain function and muscle coordination. Many have no longer required certain drugs or bypass surgery. Apart from cardiovascular health, the chelation of toxic metals may benefit a variety of immunological, neurological, and degenerative conditions. Is Chelation Therapy Safe? Training for chelation therapy is available and provided to doctors (MD, DO and ND) and staff by several organizations in the U.S., specifically, the American College for the Advancement of Medicine (ACAM) and its sister organization, the International Society of Chelation Technicians (ISCT). These groups arrange regular courses, conferences, updates and certification examinations and have developed the standard, safe, chelation protocols. Physicians all over the world have been prescribing and successfully treating coronary artery diseases with EDTA chelation for over fifty years. Chelation therapy is always more valuable when applied in a whole person approach, recognizing the role diet, lifestyle, behaviour and the environment plays in heart disease. When comparing the costs of chelation to surgery or long-term drug therapy, chelation therapy is extremely cost effective. Dr. Sharon Gurm is a Naturopathic Physician board-certified in Chelation Therapy (ACAM, ISCT). http://www.portmoodynaturopathic.com/

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