What is Homeopathy?
Homeopathy is a system of alternative medicine that uses natural substances in diluted doses to stimulate the body's ability to heal itself. In so doing, it also boosts the immune system and increases the overall vitality as well as healing the body's imbalance or illness gently and effectively.
This system has been in use for over 200 years and first came to New Zealand in 1849. Public demand over recent decades has created a major resurgence of Homeopathy worldwide.
Homeopathy works holistically and practitioners recognise that all ill health and its symptoms are expressions of disharmony within the whole person, and that it is the patient that needs treatment and not just the disease.
This system has been in use for over 200 years and first came to New Zealand in 1849. Public demand over recent decades has created a major resurgence of Homeopathy worldwide.
Homeopathy works holistically and practitioners recognise that all ill health and its symptoms are expressions of disharmony within the whole person, and that it is the patient that needs treatment and not just the disease.
Why consult a Homeopath?
Homeopathy offers a gentle, safe and effective form of treatment for a wide range of complaints; these include acute illnesses and injuries, as well as more chronic conditions. Many people prefer to see a Homeopath when they are unwell as they do not experience side effects from the remedies or a toxic build-up of drugs in the system, as can be the case with conventional drugs.
Because Homeopathy treats the whole person, healing occurs at the deepest levels of the person and is not just about the elimination of symptoms.
Because Homeopathy treats the whole person, healing occurs at the deepest levels of the person and is not just about the elimination of symptoms.
What will your Homeopath need to know?
In order to find the right remedy for you as an individual, your Homeopath will need to know all about you. A detailed case will be taken, looking at your complaints and how you experience them. Every aspect of your health will be considered, in order to assess your case thoroughly. Details of your family medical history and personal details will help this process.
Finding out about your general energy levels, your past medical history and the way you live are also important. Anything you say will be treated in strictest confidence.
The initial consultation may last for an hour and a half, and follow-ups will be up to an hour long.
Finding out about your general energy levels, your past medical history and the way you live are also important. Anything you say will be treated in strictest confidence.
The initial consultation may last for an hour and a half, and follow-ups will be up to an hour long.
What will treatment be like?
Your Homeopath will give you your remedies, usually in the form of tablets or powders, which dissolve in the mouth. You may occasionally be given your remedy in liquid form with instructions. Nothing else should be put in your mouth for 10 minutes before or after each remedy. This allows the body to absorb the remedy quickly.
What will happen once treatment starts?
After taking your remedies as instructed you may notice some changes. Some patients experience a period of exceptional well being and optimism. Sometimes your symptoms can get worse for a short time. This is a sign that the remedy is taking effect. Sometimes a cold, rash or some form of discharge occurs. This is a good sign that healing is occurring at a deep level.Symptoms can appear as a form of 'spring cleaning' which means that your system is going through a cleansing stage. Similarly old symptoms can appear, usually for a short period. These symptoms will pass and are an important part of the healing process.
How do I prepare for treatment?
In order for for remedies to work to their fullest capacity it is important that you do not take substances that will reverse or antidote the remedies. These include Coffee, Peppermint, Menthol, Camphor, Eucalyptus, Aromatherapy oils, Cola, and V drinks. Buying a non-mint toothpaste such as Red Seal Lemon Fresh or Weleda Calendula will help you to be ready when treatment starts.