North American Academy of Neural Therapy
The North American Academy of Neural Therapy (NAANT) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the practice and understanding of neural therapy, a medical treatment involving localized injections of anesthetics like procaine or lidocaine to address chronic pain and illness[^3^][^4^]. Founded to establish professional standards, promote education, and foster collaboration among practitioners, NAANT serves as a central hub for neural therapy providers and researchers in North America[^1^][^2^].

Overview

Neural therapy, originating in Germany during the 1920s, is widely practiced in Europe and South America but remains less common in the United States[^4^]. NAANT aims to bridge this gap by organizing conferences, workshops, and educational initiatives to integrate the modality into mainstream medical practice[^1^][^5^]. The organization emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based approaches to improve patient outcomes[^1^][^4^].

Activities

NAANT hosts annual conferences, such as the 2024 Seattle event titled "Neural Therapy for Every Practice," which included hands-on workshops and lectures by international experts[^5^]. These gatherings focus on clinical techniques, research advancements, and case studies[^1^][^5^]. The academy also maintains a provider directory to connect patients with trained practitioners[^1^].

Leadership and Membership

Membership includes access to educational resources, networking opportunities, and professional development programs[^1^]. NAANT’s founding members include practitioners like Dr. J Kurt Grovenburg, who studied under prominent European neural therapy experts[^4^]. The organization collaborates with institutions such as Switzerland’s Alpstein Clinic and Spain’s Neural Therapy Institute to standardize training[^4^].

Impact

By promoting neural therapy as a treatment for chronic pain and opioid dependency, NAANT supports non-pharmacological alternatives in pain management[^4^]. Its efforts have contributed to growing awareness of the modality among U.S. healthcare providers[^4^][^5^].

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