Homeopathy

• Thursday, 06 November 2008 10:51
• Last Updated Friday, 08 May 2009 00:34

What is Homeopathy?

• A 200-year-old holistic system of therapeutic healing, which is based on the idea that ‘like treats like’. Symptoms are treated with a minute dose of a substance that, in large doses, would cause similar symptoms in a healthy person.

• The active ingredients are given in a highly diluted form to avoid toxicity.

• According to the Homeopathic Medical Association UK, the most effective remedy is one which matches the physical symptoms, the mental and emotional symptoms, and the general sensitivities of the person.

• Remedies are discovered through a standard procedure called a ‘proving’, where a substance is tested on a group of volunteers.

What are the consultations like?

• The patient is treated holistically, with detailed history-taking, examination and investigation. It is a gentle, non-invasive environment, and the information is treated as confidential.

• Prescribing is based on all aspects of the condition and the patient’s personality and lifestyle.

• The remedy may be given in a tablet, pillule, powder or liquid.
  

• As in most other therapies, the number of appointments and remedies varies for each patient according to their condition and its severity.

• The speed of recovery varies according to the nature and history of the illness being treated.

Is it safe?

• Because the remedies are highly dilute, they are gentle. Healing begins from within your body, strengthening your Immune System and health, without danger of damaging side effects.

• Homeopathy is considered suitable for allages, and even during pregnancy.

• Remedies are considered safe alongside conventional treatment and medicines.