What is Homeopathy?
Homeopathy is a holistic medicine that stimulates the body’s own healing power. Homoeopathic treatment is designed around the individual, specific to their condition and character; a unique prescription. Homeopathy values you as an individual above all, taking in to account your personal lifestyle and your specific symptoms, rebalancing mental, emotional and physical health.
What are Homeopathic remedies?
Homeopathic remedies are highly diluted quantities of substances derived from a variety of plants, minerals and other materials to stimulate the body’s own healing. They may be used for both prevention and treatment of disease and are specifically designed to suit you and your individual needs.
Is it safe?
Yes, As long as you are treated by a registered Homeopath (RSHom). Homeopathy is gentle, non-addictive and free from side effects. Homeopathy can work alone or alongside any medication you may be receiving from your GP.
Can anyone visit a Homeopath?
Yes, Homeopathy is a complete form of complementary medicine that treats mental, emotional as well as physical symptoms; it is safe and suitable for everyone including babies and in pregnancy, the focus is on your well-bring and health, now and in the future.
What happens when I visit a Homeopath?
The Homeopath will spend up to an hour in a private consultation talking through your main complaint and any other symptoms. They will also want to know about your emotional state as this will inform their prescription; you will be given Homeopathic pills and occasionally tinctures to take regularly. All information and your case are treated with up most confidentiality. Usually you visit the Homeopath every few weeks to monitor changes in symptoms and progress and this is reviewed as your case progresses.
How do I know if my Homeopath is qualified or not?
Look at the Society of Homeopaths register, www.homeopathy-soh.org. Homeopaths registered with the Society have full Homeopathic training from a recognised college, are insured and adhere to a strict code of ethics.
I have Medical Insurance will they pay?
Many private healthcare schemes give benefit for Homeopathic treatment, in full or in part. You will need to talk to your insurance company directly to find out. Many health insurance companies require GP or specialist referral.