Homeopathy in West Sussex and Middlesex...
Millions of people, every day, benefit from Homeopathic treatment.(1) (6) (7)
"Homeopathy works in a non-violent way, and cures a larger percentage of cases than any other method of treatment." 8
-Mahatma Gandhi-
Homeopathy is a safe gentle, yet dynamic therapy, that is both effective and easy to administer. The medicines are given in either sucrose pills, or in liquid form, and may be safely taken with orthodox medicines. Because of the ultra high dilutions used in homeopathy there can be no drug interactions when using potentised homeopathic remedies.
Homeopathy is so safe and gentle it can be used from birth onwards, and is also safe to use in pregnancy.
Contact Details:
Tel: 01444 457851 (Haywards Heath Clinic) 0793 909 2739 (Mobile) 01403 271129 (Horsham Clinic) (020) 8977 1370 (Teddington Clinic)
WHO CAN USE MY HOMEOPATHIC CONSULTATION SERVICE?
People seeing a homeopath may come with a diagnosis of: allergies, eczema, migraines, children's problems - both behavioural & physical, and hormonal problems. People may have suffered a bereavement, had a bad shock, or had an experience they are having trouble coping with. Other conditions presenting may be: arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, colitis, coughs, crohn's disease, dermatitis, depression, diabetes, eating disorders, eczema, hay fever, headaches,hyperactivity, menopause, nausea, panic attacks, post-viral syndrome, PMT, psoriasis, recurrent infections, rhinitis, sinusitis, stress, tiredness and vomiting. Ideally homoeopathic remedies are taken alone, in practice, people who are taking conventional drugs, are advised to take them alongside the homeopathic remedy, until such time as, with the agreement of their GP this is no longer necessary.
Annabel Croft on Homeopathy
HOW EFFECTIVE IS IT ?
During 1997, I did an audit on my practice. Results showed that 90% of patients who attended 3 times over a 3 month period, showed between 50% & 100% improvement, both in their sense of well being, and in their main complaint. See above for conditions. Also see the research page on this website for more evidence of the effectiveness of homeopathy.
WHAT IS HOMEOPATHY?
In Homeopathy we do not treat diseases per se, we treat the people who are suffering from diseases. The Homeopathic remedy aims to cause a reaction in the patient, the reaction intensifies the patient's response to the problem. Professor George Vithoulkas recently stated that Homeopathy is the deepest and yet most gentle stimulation possible for the human immune system (it also works on animals). Medicines have always been used in a homeopathic way, though the term homeopathy is only a little over 200 years old. It literally means treating like with like. Although the body is always trying balance itself, it sometimes mounts an incorrect immune response, or "runs the wrong program". It seems that often our bodies will run "old programs" that they have previously found effective in similar circumstances. This may then lead to a pattern where the same symptoms keep recurring, with the body seemingly unable to help itself, eg asthma, eczema etc The homeopathic remedy seems to give the body the correct information, so that it can make a better immune response, or adapt better to the problem. The result is a usually a reduction in symptoms and a feeling of increased well-being, as the body begins to cure itself.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE ?
The initial problem may be resolved with the first treatment. Typically three visits are necessary, at monthly intervals. Many people having experienced the good results of homeopathy, make it their medicine of choice.
TAKING THE REMEDIES
Tablet/ pilule form
Remedies should not be handled, except by the patient. This avoids the risk of spoiling the remedy. They may however be crushed between two teaspoons for infants. Remedies should be dissolved under the tongue, rather than swallowed, and no food or drink taken for at least 15 minutes either side of remedy.
Liquid form (LM potency)
If a liquid Is prescribed it will usually be in LM potency.
Place 3 drops in half a glass of previously boiled or spring water. Stir the glass, and take one teaspoon of the mixture. Discard the rest.
If no ill effects are noted, this dose may be taken direct from the bottle after a few days, and increased to twice daily to speed recovery.
Tap the bottle on the palm 8 times between doses.
Coffee, mint, and strong smelling medicinal substances, such as camphor,eucalyptus, etc. should be avoided between appointments, as these can antidote the remedy.
It is my experience that the effects of a single homeopathic treatment can continue for several weeks, or even months.
PHONE IN TIMES ?
Early in the day is the best time to phone (before 9.30). Please say if your call is urgent.
FEES (from September 2010)
Ist Consultation
Adults £75,
Children (under 17) £45
Follow ups:
Adults £40
Children £30
Cancellations: Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours notice may be charged.
Insurance: Click here for a list of companies who cover homeopathic treatment
Fees for Families:
From 7th April 2008: for families the following rates apply:
Full fee for 1st member, 10% off fees for 2nd member, 15% off fees for 3rd member, 20% off fees for 4th & subsequent members.
Remedies usually cost around £8.00 included in the fee if I have them in stock, which is usually the case.
Telephone & Skype appointments:
For calls of less than 5 minutes no charge. Where a remedy is prescribed for an acute problem (colds etc.)£10. For telephone appointments which replace a face to face consultation, the normal fee applies. Skype consulatations also available.
CLINICS IN HORSHAM & HAYWARDS HEATH WEST SUSSEX
"The main thing is to see a good homeopath" - George Vithoulkas
PHILIP EDMONDS DSH RSHom
New Street Clinic
20 New Street HORSHAM
West Sussex RH13 5DU
For appointments in Horsham (Thurs)
Tel. 01403 271129
43 Mill Green Road Haywards Heath
West Sussex RH16 1XQ
For appointments in Haywards Heath, (Mon-Fri )
Tel. 01444 457851
78 Victor Road, Teddington
Middlesex TW11 8SR
For appointments in Teddington:
Tel: (020) 8977 1370
References
1. A study of 6,544 consecutive patients at the NHS Bristol Homeopathic Hospital: “Of the patients 70.7% reported positive health changes, with 50.7% recording their improvement as better or much better.
From: Spence DS, Thompson EA, Barron SJ, ‘Homeopathic Treatment for Chronic Disease: A 6-Year, University-Hospital Outpatient Observational Study’, Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2005, 11:793-798.
2. A study of 713 patients in the NHS in Northern Ireland: “80% of patients recorded an improvement in the severity of their main symptom, with 73% recording an improvement in their level of activity associated with their main symptom.”
From: Donal McDade, Evaluation [of a] Complementary and Alternative Medicines Pilot Project (London: Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety, 2008), available at Get Well UK website at <http://www.getwelluk.com/>, accessed 27 April 2009; full report at <http://www.dhsspsni.gov.uk/final_report_from_smr_on_the_cam_pilot_project_-_may_2008.pdf>.
3. A survey of 50 patients in an NHS practice in Cirencester. Of the 35 who responded “a significant number (74%) of patients reported a positive outcome from their treatment.”
From: Dr. Adrian Hunnisett, Homeopathy Service Survey (Cirencester: The Park Surgery, 2005).
4. A study of 1097 patients in Norway. Of the 654 who completed the follow-up questionnaire, “The main complaint improved by at least 10 mm on the VAS [visual analogue scale] for 71%.”
From: Steinsbekk and R. Lüdtke, ‘Patients’ assessments of the effectiveness of homeopathic care in Norway: A prospective observational multicentre outcome study’, Homeopathy, 94 (2005), 10-16, available at: <http://www.scopus.com/record/display.url?eid=2-s2.0-11844297403&origin=inward&txGid=79ie_u0p0cPFoTLkdzTDA2p%3a2>, accessed 14 February 2010.
5. A multi-centre study of 3,981 patients in Germany and Switzerland: “Disease severity and quality of life demonstrated marked and sustained improvements following homeopathic treatment period. Our findings indicate that homeopathic medical therapy may play a beneficial role in the long-term care of patients with chronic diseases.”
From: Claudia M. Witt, Rainer Lüdtke, Nils Mengler, and Stefan N. Willich, ‘How healthy are chronically ill patients after eight years of homeopathic treatment? – Results from a long term observational study’, BMC Public Health, 8 (2008), 413, available at <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2630323/>.
6. http://www.livemint.com/2007/12/09124324/Homeopathy-braces-to-be-Rs26bn.html
8. The Homeopathic Revolution Dana Ullman North Atlantic Books
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