About homeopathy

Homoeopathy was discovered by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, (1755-1843) a physician and chemist from Germany.

Dr. Hahnemann coined the word from the Greek “homois” which means similar and “pathos” which means suffering . It is a natural holistic system of medicine based on the Law of Similars ie . “like cures like√¢”.

Homeopathy is a system of medicine which involves treating the individual with highly diluted substances, given mainly in tablet or liquid form, with the aim of triggering the body’s natural system of healing. Based on their individual symptoms, a homeopath will match the most appropriate medicine to each patient.

The idea of treating ‘like with like’
Homeopathy is based on the principle that you can treat ‘like with like; i.e. a substance which causes symptoms when taken in large doses, can be used in small amounts to treat those same symptoms.

For example, drinking too much coffee can cause sleeplessness, agitation and even palpitations, but when made into the homeopathic remedy Coffea it can be used to treat all these problems. Onion can bring on much runny nose and watery eyes . When a patient develops symptoms similar to that of the symptoms produced by onion , Allium Cepa , which is derived from onion itself, will clear his problem .

Scientifically it can not yet be explained precisely how homeopathy works, but new theories in quantum physics are going some way towards shedding light on the process. What we do know is that a carefully selected homeopathic remedy acts as a trigger to the body√¢”s healing processes. We call the Homoeopathic medicines as remedies. The sources of the remedies are plants (majority), animals and minerals etc.. All are from the Natures.

Homeopathy has been widely used throughout the world for more than 200 years. In 2000, the House of Lords√¢” Select Committee on Science & Technology cited homeopathy as one of the four Group One therapies, having “an individual diagnostic approach” along with osteopathy, herbal medicine and acupuncture.

Homeopathy can be safely used alongside conventional medicines and will not interfere with the action of medicines prescribed by your doctor. Because homeopathic medicines (remedies) are non-toxic, they can be used by everyone, including babies, children, adults, Elderly and even pregnant mothers. Even animals can benefit from Homoeopathic remedies!

Since there is no material substance in remedies, there is no danger of toxicity or side-effects. There is no addiction to the remedies. In fact, since its use from Hahnenann√¢”s time, the remedies remain in use till today. Not even one remedy was withdrawn from the market.

What happens when you see a homeopath?

At the first consultation your homeopath will usually asking detailed questions about your current health, medical history, and lifestyle. Some of the questions may seem strange, but the important thing to remember with homeopathy is that it treats the individual in a holistic way, and so your homeopath is looking to understand how you experience your symptoms and how they effect your life, so that he can match you with the most appropriate medicine.

Subsequent consultations will involve you discussing the changes that have occurred with your homeopath, so that he can understand how you have responded to the prescription and what the next step of your treatment will be.

What can homeopathy help?

Homeopathy treats the person rather than the named “disease” so potentially it can help patients with a wide range of conditions, both acute and chronic. Illnesses commonly seen by homeopaths in the clinic include recurrent infections (such as colds, tonsillitis, cystitis), skin conditions, menstrual and menopausal problems, chronic fatigue, migraine, and stress related symptoms such as anxiety and insomnia.

Is Homeopathy holistic ?

YES . Homeopathy , being a medicine of energy ( dynamic medicine ) , treats the disturbed vital force of an individual . Homeopathy treats the symptoms as a totality and not as isolated symptoms . When the vital force is balance again , health is restored, reflected by the well-being of a wholeness of an individual . The person is cured rather than the illness being suppressed

Is Homeopathy slow acting ?

For acute illness , Homeopathic remedies work fast , some even get well with only one dose of remedy. In Chronic illness , it may take time due to too much time-accumulated “toxin” in the body.

Generally , the younger the person , the shorter the duration of illness and the patient without prior suppression , responds better and faster.