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Integrating homoeopathy in health systems. (1/144)
Homoeopathy is a therapy which involves many components and three main agents: the patient, with his or her condition and personal characteristics; the medication used, with its composition and manufacturing procedure; and the physician, with his or her approach to treatment and concepts of health. The development of research and evaluation structures, combined with a critical education in the discipline, would help to improve practices and define homoeopathy's potential role in relation to the other therapies, both conventional and unconventional, used in Western health systems. (+info)Randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial of homoeopathic 'proving' for Belladonna C30. (2/144)
Homoeopathic drug pictures are developed by recording the symptomatic effects of homoeopathic remedies given to healthy volunteers (a 'proving'). In a double-blind randomized controlled trial we tested the hypothesis that individuals using an infinitesimal dilution of Belladonna (thirtieth potency, C30) would record more true symptoms, on a questionnaire that contained both true and false Belladonna proving symptoms, than those receiving placebo. 60 volunteers entered the study and 47 completed data collection. We were unable to distinguish between Belladonna C30 and placebo using our primary outcome measure. For the secondary outcome measure we analysed the number of individuals who proved to the remedy according to our predefined criteria: 4 out of 19 proved in the Belladonna C30 group and 1 out of 27 in the placebo group (difference not statistically significant). This pilot study does not demonstrate a clear proving reaction for Belladonna C30 versus placebo, but indicates how the question might be further investigated. (+info)A randomized controlled trial comparing topical piroxicam gel with a homeopathic gel in osteoarthritis of the knee. (3/144)
OBJECTIVE: : To evaluate the efficacy and safety of a homeopathic gel vs an NSAID (piroxicam) gel in the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee. METHOD: : One hundred and eighty-four out-patients with radiographically confirmed symptomatic osteoarthritis of the knee were entered into a pragmatic, randomized, double-blind controlled trial and treated with 1 g of gel three times daily for 4 weeks. Main outcome measures were pain on walking as a Visual Analogue Score (VAS) and a single-joint Ritchie index. RESULTS: : One hundred and seventy-two of the 184 enrolled patients had endpoints for the main outcome parameters. The pain reduction was 16.5 mm VAS in the homeopathy group (n = 86) and 8.1 mm in the piroxicam group (n = 86); the difference between treatment groups was 8.4 mm (95% confidence interval 0.8-15.9), and after adjustment for pain at baseline it was 6.8 mm (95% confidence interval -0.3 to 13.8). There was no significant difference between treatment groups in the single-joint Ritchie index (P = 0.78). Adverse events occurred in 28 patients (12 homeopathy group, 5 withdrawn; 16 piroxicam group, 9 withdrawn); 18 of the events involved a local reaction (7 homeopathy group, 2 withdrawn; 11 piroxicam group, 5 withdrawn). CONCLUSION: : The homeopathic gel was at least as effective and as well tolerated as the NSAID gel. The presence of a clinically relevant difference between treatment groups cannot be excluded. The homeopathic gel supplemented by simple analgesics if required may provide a useful treatment option for patients with osteoarthritis. (+info)Randomised controlled trial of homoeopathy versus placebo in perennial allergic rhinitis with overview of four trial series. (4/144)
OBJECTIVE: To test the hypothesis that homoeopathy is a placebo by examining its effect in patients with allergic rhinitis and so contest the evidence from three previous trials in this series. DESIGN: Randomised, double blind, placebo controlled, parallel group, multicentre study. SETTING: Four general practices and a hospital ear, nose, and throat outpatient department. PARTICIPANTS: 51 patients with perennial allergic rhinitis. INTERVENTION: Random assignment to an oral 30c homoeopathic preparation of principal inhalant allergen or to placebo. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Changes from baseline in nasal inspiratory peak flow and symptom visual analogue scale score over third and fourth weeks after randomisation. RESULTS: Fifty patients completed the study. The homoeopathy group had a significant objective improvement in nasal airflow compared with the placebo group (mean difference 19.8 l/min, 95% confidence interval 10.4 to 29.1, P=0.0001). Both groups reported improvement in symptoms, with patients taking homoeopathy reporting more improvement in all but one of the centres, which had more patients with aggravations. On average no significant difference between the groups was seen on visual analogue scale scores. Initial aggravations of rhinitis symptoms were more common with homoeopathy than placebo (7 (30%) v 2 (7%), P=0.04). Addition of these results to those of three previous trials (n=253) showed a mean symptom reduction on visual analogue scores of 28% (10.9 mm) for homoeopathy compared with 3% (1.1 mm) for placebo (95% confidence interval 4.2 to 15.4, P=0.0007). CONCLUSION: The objective results reinforce earlier evidence that homoeopathic dilutions differ from placebo. (+info)Clinical outcomes of a diagnostic and treatment protocol in allergy/sensitivity patients. (5/144)
OBJECTIVES: This level II outcome study was conducted to examine the efficacy and toxicity of a diagnostic and treatment protocol using electrodermal screening (EDS) in allergy/sensitivity patients. METHODS: Ninety-six patients with a diagnosis of allergy or sensitivity entered the study between 1994 and 1998; 90 participants completed the study. All participants followed the same protocol, and all interactions were with a single clinician at a single site. The Allergy Symptom Severity Index (ASSI) was developed to record symptomatic information. EDS - conductance measurement 1/( - of specific acupuncture points was used as an objective endpoint (indicator of outcome) and for identification of antigens, according to Voll criteria. All measurements were taken before and after treatment, and EDS was carried out at all treatment sessions. Outcome criteria suggesting efficacy were reduction in ASSI score, reduction in number of items testing positive, and normalization of conductance measurements. A statistical analysis of the outcomes was performed using the student's paired t-test. RESULTS: There was a statistically significant change in pre- and post-treatment measurements of the ASSI. The conductance measurements normalized and the number of items testing positive decreased compared to pre-treatment testing. In addition to these parameters, 87.2 percent of subjects rated efficacy as good to excellent, and less than one-percent rated the outcome as poor. The outcome demonstrated longevity, meaning that people who had their post-treatment evaluation up to three years after primary treatment were still showing minimal ASSI scores, with no additional treatment. The treatment appeared to work equally well across age groups and gender. Forty-eight percent of participants had an aggravation of symptoms after treatment, lasting an average of 10 hours, with reactions described as mild to moderate. Average cost of the desensitization protocol (all costs included) was $822.16. CONCLUSIONS: This protocol demonstrated efficacy without serious toxicity and no long-term adverse effects. It is natural, non-invasive, and does not require long periods of avoidance of offending foods or environmental stimuli. The desensitization protocol is a low-cost, effective therapy for the treatment of patients suffering from symptoms of allergy/sensitivity disease. (+info)The methodological quality of randomized controlled trials of homeopathy, herbal medicines and acupuncture. (6/144)
BACKGROUND: To investigate the methodological quality of randomized controlled trials in three areas of complementary medicine. METHODS: The methodological quality of 207 randomized trials collected for five previously published systematic reviews on homeopathy, herbal medicine (Hypericum for depression, Echinacea for common cold), and acupuncture (for asthma and chronic headache) was assessed using a validated scale (the Jadad scale) and single quality items. RESULTS: While the methodological quality of the trials was highly variable, the majority had important shortcomings in reporting and/or methodology. Major problems in most trials were the description of allocation concealment and the reporting of drop-outs and withdrawals. There were relevant differences in single quality components between the different complementary therapies: For example, acupuncture trials reported adequate allocation concealment less often (6% versus 32% of homeopathy and 26% of herb trials), and trials on herbal extracts had better summary scores (mean score 3.12 versus 2.33 for homeopathy and 2.19 for acupuncture trials). Larger trials published more recently in journals listed in Medline and in English language scored significantly higher than trials not meeting these criteria. CONCLUSION: Trials of complementary therapies often have relevant methodological weaknesses. The type of weaknesses varies considerably across interventions. (+info)Systematic reviews of complementary therapies - an annotated bibliography. Part 3: homeopathy. (7/144)
BACKGROUND: Complementary therapies are widespread but controversial. We aim to provide a comprehensive collection and a summary of systematic reviews of clinical trials in three major complementary therapies (acupuncture, herbal medicine, homeopathy). This article is dealing with homeopathy. Potentially relevant reviews were searched through the register of the Cochrane Complementary Medicine Field, the Cochrane Library, Medline, and bibliographies of articles and books. To be included articles had to review prospective clinical trials of homeopathy; had to describe review methods explicitly; had to be published; and had to focus on treatment effects. Information on conditions, interventions, methods, results and conclusions was extracted using a pretested form and summarized descriptively. RESULTS: Eighteen out of 22 potentially relevant reviews preselected in the screening process met the inclusion criteria. Six reviews addressed the question whether homeopathy is effective across conditions and interventions. The majority of available trials seem to report positive results but the evidence is not convincing. For isopathic nosodes for allergic conditions, oscillococcinum for influenza-like syndromes and galphimia for pollinosis the evidence is promising while in other areas reviewed the results are equivocal. INTERPRETATION: Reviews on homeopathy often address general questions. While the evidence is promising for some topics the findings of the available reviews are unlikely to end the controversy on this therapy. (+info)A randomized controlled trial of homeopathy in rheumatoid arthritis. (8/144)
OBJECTIVE: To test the hypothesis that homeopathy is effective in reducing the symptoms of joint inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). METHOD: This was a 6-month randomized, cross-over, double-blind, placebo-controlled, single-centre study set in a teaching hospital rheumatology out-patient clinic. The participants of the study were 112 patients who had definite or classical RA, were seropositive for rheumatoid factor and were receiving either stable doses of single non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for > or =3 months or single disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) with or without NSAIDs for > or =6 months. Patients who were severely disabled, had taken systemic steroids in the previous 6 months or had withdrawn from DMARD therapy in the previous 12 months were excluded. Two series of medicines were used. One comprised 42 homeopathic medicines used for treating RA in 6cH (10(-12)) and/or 30cH (10(-30)) dilutions (a total of 59 preparations) manufactured to French National Pharmacopoeia standards, the other comprised identical matching placebos. The main outcome measures were visual analogue scale pain scores, Ritchie articular index, duration of morning stiffness and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR). RESULTS: Fifty-eight patients completed the trial. Over 6 months there were significant decreases (P<0.01 by Wilcoxon rank sum tests) in their mean pain scores (fell 18%), articular indices (fell 24%) and ESRs (fell 11%). Fifty-four patients withdrew before completing the trial. Thirty-one changed conventional medication, 10 had serious intercurrent illness or surgery, 12 failed to attend and three withdrew consent. Placebo and active homeopathy had different effects on pain scores; mean pain scores were significantly lower after 3 months' placebo therapy than 3 months' active therapy (P=0.032 by Wilcoxon rank sum test). Articular index, ESR and morning stiffness were similar with active and placebo homeopathy. CONCLUSIONS: We found no evidence that active homeopathy improves the symptoms of RA, over 3 months, in patients attending a routine clinic who are stabilized on NSAIDs or DMARDs. (+info)Homeopathy is a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) system, developed in the late 18th century by Samuel Hahnemann, based on the principle of "like cures like." This concept suggests that a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can be used in very dilute quantities to treat similar symptoms in illness. The dilutions are so extreme that no molecules of the original substance remain, leading to significant controversy and skepticism over any potential therapeutic effect. Homeopathic remedies are typically made from plants, minerals, or animals, and are often highly individualized for each patient based on their specific symptoms, mental and emotional state, and overall constitution. Despite its widespread use, homeopathy lacks robust scientific evidence supporting its efficacy beyond placebo effects, and it is not considered a mainstream medical practice in most countries.
"Materia Medica" is a term that comes from the Latin language, where "materia" means "substance" or "material," and "medica" refers to "medical." In a medical context, Materia Medica historically refers to a collection of detailed descriptions of substances that are used for medicinal purposes.
It is essentially a comprehensive reference book that describes the properties, actions, uses, dosages, potential side effects, and contraindications of various drugs or medicinal agents. The information in a Materia Medica is typically based on historical use, experimental pharmacological data, clinical trials, and other scientific research.
Modern Materia Medica has evolved to become more specialized, with separate references for different types of medicinal substances, such as botanical (herbal) medicine, homeopathic remedies, or conventional pharmaceuticals. These resources are often used by healthcare professionals, including physicians, pharmacists, and nurses, to guide their prescribing decisions and ensure the safe and effective use of medications for their patients.
Complementary therapies refer to a group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not presently considered an integral part of conventional allopathic medicine. They are often used in conjunction with conventional treatments and are intended to facilitate the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. Complementary therapies can include a wide range of interventions such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage therapy, herbal medicine, yoga, meditation, guided imagery, hypnotherapy, and homeopathy, among others. It is important to note that while some complementary therapies have been shown to be effective for certain conditions, others lack scientific evidence of their safety and efficacy. Therefore, it is always recommended to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new complementary therapy.
Arnica (Arnica montana) is a plant that is native to the mountains of Europe and North America. It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat various medical conditions, particularly those involving inflammation and pain. The flowers of the Arnica plant contain several active compounds, including sesquiterpene lactones, helenalin, and dihydrohelenalin, which are believed to be responsible for its medicinal properties.
Arnica is often applied topically as a cream, ointment, or salve to treat conditions such as bruises, sprains, muscle aches, and joint pain. It is thought to work by stimulating the flow of blood to the affected area, reducing inflammation, and promoting healing. Arnica may also have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and analgesic effects.
However, it's important to note that Arnica can be toxic if taken internally in large doses or for extended periods of time. It should not be used on broken or damaged skin, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid using it altogether. As with any medication or herbal remedy, it's always best to consult with a healthcare provider before using Arnica to ensure its safe and appropriate use.
'Atropa belladonna' is a plant species that is commonly known as deadly nightshade. It belongs to the family Solanaceae and is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The plant contains powerful toxic alkaloids, including atropine, scopolamine, and hyoscyamine, which can have various pharmacological effects on the human body.
Atropa belladonna has been used in medicine for its anticholinergic properties, which include blocking the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the nervous system. This effect can be useful in treating conditions such as Parkinson's disease, gastrointestinal disorders, and respiratory problems. However, due to its high toxicity, the use of Atropa belladonna and its alkaloids is closely regulated and requires medical supervision.
It is important to note that all parts of the plant, including the berries and leaves, are highly toxic and can cause serious harm or death if ingested or otherwise introduced to the body. Therefore, it is essential to exercise caution when handling this plant and to seek immediate medical attention if exposure occurs.
Naturopathy, also known as naturopathic medicine, is a system of healthcare that focuses on the use of natural remedies and treatments to promote self-healing and prevent disease. It is based on the belief that the body has an inherent ability to heal itself, and that the role of the naturopathic doctor is to support and facilitate this process.
Naturopathic medicine combines traditional healing methods with modern scientific knowledge, and may include a variety of treatments such as nutrition and lifestyle counseling, herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, and physical therapy. The goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the underlying causes of illness and promote overall health and well-being, rather than simply treating symptoms.
Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are trained in both conventional and naturopathic medicine, and are licensed as primary care providers in some states. They typically complete a four-year graduate level medical education at an accredited naturopathic medical school, including clinical training under the supervision of licensed professionals.
It's important to note that while naturopathy can be a valuable complementary approach to conventional medicine, it should not be used as a substitute for necessary medical treatments or care. Patients are encouraged to work with their healthcare providers to determine the most appropriate course of treatment for their individual needs and health conditions.
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the body's natural healing processes. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, energy (known as "qi" or "chi") flows through the body along pathways called meridians. Acupuncture is believed to help restore the flow of qi and improve the balance of the body's energy.
In modern medical practice, acupuncture is often used to treat pain, including chronic pain, muscle stiffness, and headaches. It is also sometimes used to treat conditions such as nausea and vomiting, insomnia, and addiction. The precise mechanism by which acupuncture works is not fully understood, but it is thought to involve the release of natural pain-relieving chemicals called endorphins, as well as other physiological changes in the body. Acupuncture is generally considered safe when performed by a qualified practitioner, and side effects are typically mild and temporary.
Trismus is a term used in medicine to describe the inability to open the mouth fully due to spasm or prolonged stiffness of the muscles involved in jaw movement, specifically the masseter and temporalis muscles. This condition can result from various causes such as dental procedures, infections, tetanus, radiation therapy to the head and neck region, or trauma. In some cases, trismus can lead to complications like difficulty eating, speaking, and maintaining oral hygiene, which can negatively impact a person's quality of life. Treatment typically involves physical therapy, stretching exercises, medication, or in severe cases, surgery.
Acupuncture therapy is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the flow of energy (Qi), balance the vital force (Chi), and promote healing. It is based on the concept of meridians, or pathways, through which this energy flows. Acupuncture therapy is used to treat a variety of conditions, including pain, stress, anxiety, insomnia, digestive disorders, and reproductive health issues. According to Western medicine, acupuncture may work by stimulating the nervous system, increasing blood flow, and releasing natural pain-relieving chemicals called endorphins. It is generally considered safe when performed by a qualified practitioner using sterile needles.
A meta-analysis is a statistical method used to combine and summarize the results of multiple independent studies, with the aim of increasing statistical power, improving estimates of effect size, and identifying sources of heterogeneity. It involves systematically searching for and selecting relevant studies, assessing their quality and risk of bias, extracting and analyzing data using appropriate statistical models, and interpreting the findings in the context of the existing literature. Meta-analyses can provide more reliable evidence than individual studies, especially when the results are inconsistent or inconclusive, and can inform clinical guidelines, public health policies, and future research directions.
Phytotherapy is the use of extracts of natural origin, especially plants or plant parts, for therapeutic purposes. It is also known as herbal medicine and is a traditional practice in many cultures. The active compounds in these plant extracts are believed to have various medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory, analgesic, or sedative effects. Practitioners of phytotherapy may use the whole plant, dried parts, or concentrated extracts to prepare teas, capsules, tinctures, or ointments for therapeutic use. It is important to note that the effectiveness and safety of phytotherapy are not always supported by scientific evidence, and it should be used with caution and preferably under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
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Faculty of Homeopa1
- The Prince of Wales has become Patron of the Faculty of Homeopathy, a major coup for the organisation. (homeopathy-soh.org)
Samuel Hahnemann2
- Homeopathy was created in 1796 by Samuel Hahnemann. (wikipedia.org)
- Established in late 1700s in Germany and developed by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, homeopathy has been widely practiced in Europe. (sbwire.com)
George Vithoulkas3
- George Vithoulkas established the International Academy of Classical Homeopathy in 1995, where he serves as Head of Educational Department (Educator). (hpathy.com)
- In Ukraine, the International Academy of Classical Homeopathy is in cooperation with the "Kiev Medical Academy", a state Medical Academy with 85 years of tradition, carrying out a Postgraduate Educational Program in Homeopathy for Medical Doctors and Pharmacists containing the videotaped teachings of George Vithoulkas. (hpathy.com)
- In this Master's Degree Program there is participation of the International Academy of Classical Homeopathy and Professor George Vithoulkas as an Honorary Professor of the University of the Aegean. (hpathy.com)
Naturopathy and Homeopathy1
- CNM's Homeopathy Diploma Course is divided into three parts - Biomedicine, Naturopathy and Homeopathy. (naturopathy-uk.com)
Homeopaths8
- It's also unsurprising that homeopathy fails and smart homeopaths don't even attempt to apply their magic missiles on them. (skepchick.org)
- Homeopaths respond to the FTC's new position on homeopathy. (scienceblogs.com)
- It also helps that it is the homeopaths' response to the FTC's recent enforcement statement regarding over=the-counter (OTC) homeopathic drugs , which concluded that homeopathy is without a basis in science and that homeopathic remedies can't advertise that they are effective for anything. (scienceblogs.com)
- This first paragraph made me laugh out loud, because what is anything that homeopaths say to promote homeopathy but false advertising claims? (scienceblogs.com)
- Dana has been certified in classical homeopathy by the leading organization in the U.S. for professional homeopaths. (homeopathic.com)
- Homeopathy students graduating this summer are being urged to consider joining the Society of Homeopaths register. (homeopathy-soh.org)
- Not only is his teaching method ideal for beginners, his keen insight brings homeopathy into focus for experienced homeopaths as well. (nesh.com)
- NASH is a membership organization for professional homeopaths, students, schools and homeopathy supporters. (boironusa.com)
International Academy of Classical Homeopathy4
- Maria Chorianopoulou discusses the goals of and opportunities presented by the International Academy of Classical Homeopathy. (hpathy.com)
- The International Academy of Classical Homeopathy (I.A.C.H.) ( https://www.vithoulkas.com/ , http://www.vithoulkas.edu.gr/ , is located in Alonissos, a Greek island in the Aegean Sea. (hpathy.com)
- From 2005 until 2008, the "University of the Aegean" in co-operation with the International Academy of Classical Homeopathy, offered a Program of Continuous Education in Homeopathy for Greek Medical Doctors, Dentists, Veterinarians and Pharmacists. (hpathy.com)
- The International Academy of Classical Homeopathy (IACH) is an educational institution which presents academic Courses in homeopathy for the effective clinical practise of Classical Homeopathy. (vithoulkas.com)
Practice2
- National bodies from Australia, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and France, as well as the European Academies' Science Advisory Council and the Russian Academy of Sciences have all concluded that homeopathy is ineffective, and recommended against the practice receiving any further funding. (wikipedia.org)
- Homeopathy is a medical practice and philosophy based on the principle that the human body has the innate ability to heal itself. (sbwire.com)
Hahnemann2
- The term homeopathy was coined by Hahnemann and first appeared in print in 1807. (wikipedia.org)
- Hahnemann conceived of homeopathy while translating a medical treatise by the Scottish physician and chemist William Cullen into German. (wikipedia.org)
American Institute of Homeopathy2
- So the American Institute of Homeopathy (I didn't know there even was such a thing! (scienceblogs.com)
- The American Institute of Homeopathy applauds the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) goal of protecting the American public from false advertising claims, but in a recent circumstance we believe the FTC has overstepped its jurisdictional bounds and promulgated false information in what appears to be a bid to restrict health care choices available to the American public. (scienceblogs.com)
Contradicts homeopathy2
- All relevant scientific knowledge about physics, chemistry, biochemistry and biology contradicts homeopathy. (wikipedia.org)
- All relevant scientific knowledge about physics, chemistry, biochemistry and biology gained since at least the mid 19th century contradicts homeopathy. (udemy.com)
Effectiveness2
- 206 The fundamental implausibility of homeopathy as well as a lack of demonstrable effectiveness has led to it being characterized within the scientific and medical communities as quackery and fraud. (wikipedia.org)
- In a recent development, a research team led by Dr Kushal Banerjee and researchers from the University of Oxford, the Homeopathy Research Institute, London, and the Imperial College, London came together to test the effectiveness of homeopathy for the treatment of a condition called Allergic Rhinitis (AR). (sbwire.com)
Pseudoscientific2
- Homeopathy or homoeopathy is a pseudoscientific system of alternative medicine. (wikipedia.org)
- The FTC basically just called homeopathy out as the load of pseudoscientific, vitalistic, mystical nonsense that it is. (scienceblogs.com)
Symptoms6
- Homeopathy for anxiety uses mixtures of herbal, mineral, and other natural products to relieve anxiety symptoms. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- This allows a homeopath (one who practices homeopathy) to select the best medicine based on the individual's symptoms and level of health. (naturalnews.com)
- In homeopathy, medicine increases the strength of the symptoms, indicating that internal healing is ongoing, and diseases will be pushed out using established routes. (naturalnews.com)
- 1. "Homeopathy… is based on the view that disease symptoms can be treated by minute doses of substances that produce similar symptoms. (scienceblogs.com)
- Two doctors provide an easy-to-use reference on homeopathy and treating symptoms of everything from headaches to chicken pox and restless sleep. (boironusa.com)
- Most important, homeopathy isn't a cover-up of symptoms, but a proven world-wide medical method that uproots illness on both the physical and mental plane. (westonaprice.org)
Remedies5
- The ruling came in the form of a 300-page report , in which doctors and other health professionals reviewed research on homeopathic remedies and found them wanting: "There is no reliable evidence that homoeopathy is effective for treating health conditions," they wrote. (popsci.com)
- Homeopathy preparations are termed remedies and are made using specifically homeopathic dilution. (udemy.com)
- In his teachings, he provides detailed information that both helps doctors determine each patient's state of health, as well as facilitates their ability to estimate whether a case is curable with homeopathy and the amount of time and remedies that will be needed to accomplish a cure. (hpathy.com)
- The remedies used in homeopathy are derived from naturally occurring substances, such as plant and animal extracts and minerals. (msdmanuals.com)
- Scientific explanation for how ultradiluted remedies used in homeopathy cure illness is lacking. (msdmanuals.com)
Quackery1
- Homeopathy remains the perfect quackery because it is nothing but water. (scienceblogs.com)
19th century1
- Homeopathy achieved its greatest popularity in the 19th century. (wikipedia.org)
Search1
- Results of search for 'su:{Homeopathy. (who.int)
Medicinal6
- Following a dearth of credible and testable hypotheses to identify any physical entity responsible for medicinal activity, most modern scientists continue to believe that homeopathy at best provides a placebo effect. (scienceblogs.com)
- It is based on reliable, reproducible, clinically acquired, empiric evidence gathered through two centuries of corroborated data, assisted by thousands of practitioners worldwide, demonstrating the actions of different medicinal substances in living systems, aka: the science of homeopathy. (scienceblogs.com)
- The medicinal services space, which incorporates treatments such as allopathy, invasive medications and alternative treatments, for instance, homeopathy is growing with the passage of new market players and the presentation of new treatment systems. (sbwire.com)
- Homeopathy cures medicinal services issues through different orally expended products and the topical utilization of fluids or balms, however requires delayed treatment and recuperation time. (sbwire.com)
- As this isn't a dangerous therapeutic condition and does not require a surgical intercession for recuperation, homeopathy can be effectively received as a drawn out treatment choice, and a lasting cure from this medicinal condition can be normal. (sbwire.com)
- Be that as it may, a homeopathy treatment isn't fitting for a medicinal condition, which orders a quick surgical intercession to spare a man's life. (sbwire.com)
Practise1
- In my tiny beginner's homeopathy practise, I've had tremendously positive results for polycystic ovaries (two) and chronic cold sores (one) and, at college last weekend, a lecture included a spectacularly successful treatment for PCOS. (healthy.net)
Placebo2
- But in looking at evidence as to whether homeopathic treatments worked on 68 different conditions and diseases, the review concluded that homeopathy worked no better than a placebo, or that there was no reliable evidence to show it was better. (popsci.com)
- Effect of homeopathy on analgesic intake following knee ligament reconstruction: a phase III monocentre randomized placebo controlled study. (thieme-connect.de)
Clinical3
- 1 Bellavite P., Marzotto M., Chirumbolo S., Conforti A. Advances in homeopathy and immunology: a review of clinical research. (thieme-connect.de)
- Homeopathy is not based on a theory or on conjecture, but on principles that have been confirmed by long-studied clinical data, meticulously gathered and analyzed over many years. (scienceblogs.com)
- Clinical homoeopathy / Anton Jayasuriya. (who.int)
Choose Homeopathy1
- ANH-USA is fighting to make sure consumers can choose homeopathy. (anh-usa.org)
Medicines5
- Homeopathy is controversial because medicines in high potencies such as 30c and 200c involve huge dilution factors (10 60 and 10 400 respectively) which are many orders of magnitude greater than Avogadro's number, so that theoretically there should be no measurable remnants of the starting materials. (thieme-connect.de)
- The Trituration Handbook: Into the Heart of Homeopathy (Learning to make homeopathic medicines) by ANNEKE HOGELAND & JUDY SCHRIEBMAN - 33% discount! (homeopathic.com)
- The global homeopathy product market is driven by factors such as rise in demand for suitable dosages of a variety of medicines, aversion to allopathic medicines, and growth in consumer confidence about alternate treatment methodologies. (sbwire.com)
- Plus, cost-effective homeopathy medicines are propelling the market growth. (sbwire.com)
- The benefits of homeopathy medicines are known worldwide and have managed to change the perception about alternative medicines. (sbwire.com)
Conventional1
- An Appeals Court will permit CFI to challenge Walmart and CVS for selling homeopathy alongside conventional medicine. (sciencebasedmedicine.org)
Evidence4
- While there is little scientific evidence to support it, some people find homeopathy helpful. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Dr Peter Davies, a GP from Halifax, said he was not against homeopathy per se, but that there was no evidence to justify funding it with public money. (pulsetoday.co.uk)
- In terms of evidence-based medicine, homeopathy doesn't get a look in. (pulsetoday.co.uk)
- Homeopathy has been in use since the 18th century, is overwhelmingly safe, and has substantial evidence proving its efficacy. (anh-usa.org)
Meds1
- In which case, I'm not surprised that people diagnosed with BPD try out homeopathy and other alt meds. (skepchick.org)
Health8
- France removed funding in 2021, while Spain has also announced moves to ban homeopathy and other pseudotherapies from health centers. (wikipedia.org)
- Australia's main medical group, the National Health and Medical Research Council, has concluded that homeopathy is "useless. (popsci.com)
- The purpose of this qualification is to provide the Complementary Medicine industry with individuals who have evidenced based theoretical and technical knowledge to support either Human Health or Animal Health through the use of Homeopathy. (careers.govt.nz)
- Of nearly 800 GPs who have responded so far to Pulse's pre-election survey, 80% said the Department of Health should not continue funding for homeopathy. (pulsetoday.co.uk)
- The graduating doctors get a specialization in Classical Homoeopathy recognised by the Ministry of Health. (hpathy.com)
- While the bite of a South American bushmaster snake may result in complete devastation, possibly even death, in homeopathy the venom of the snake has been found to be useful and is used to make a very effective remedy for several health conditions. (herbs2000.com)
- This is an open-membership organization whose mission is to promote health through homeopathy. (boironusa.com)
- Health & homeopathy;Winter 2003/2004: 21-24, Winter 2003/2004. (bvsalud.org)
Treatments1
- Among the different definitions, tinctures and tablets are sought after, trailed by biochemics and treatments, as these are the essential details for almost all homeopathy products. (sbwire.com)
Profession4
- Unfortunately, the conference in Handeloh has severely damaged the image of the homeopathy profession…and we have clarified that such acts are not in the spirit of natural therapy, and contradict our values both morally and legally. (independent.co.uk)
- Established in 1844, the AIH is the oldest national professional medical organization in the U.S. The institute strives to promote the public acceptance of homeopathy while safeguarding the interests of the profession. (boironusa.com)
- The NASH Foundation was formed to provide education, research and publications to support and enhance the profession of homeopathy. (homeopathy.org)
- The annual scholarships will be awarded to homeopathic students who demonstrate passion, service and commitment to the profession of homeopathy. (homeopathy.org)
Supporters2
- I look forward to working with members, friends and supporters of the Faculty, continuing our important work, promoting homeopathy within both public and professional circles and maintaining awareness of this system of medicine. (homeopathy-soh.org)
- Within a few days, ANH and other homeopathy group supporters sent 70,000 letters to Congress in support of the amendment. (anh-usa.org)
Cures1
- The theory behind homeopathy is that " like cures like ," and the lower the dosage, the more effective a treatment can be. (medicalnewstoday.com)
21st2
- In the 21st century, a series of meta-analyses have shown that the therapeutic claims of homeopathy lack scientific justification. (wikipedia.org)
- We're also educating the public about this valuable form of medicine to correct misconceptions, making the case that homeopathy has a rightful place in 21st century medicine. (anh-usa.org)
Homoeopathic1
- Molecular homoeopathy or molecular biophysics of the "micro" dose : elucidating homoeopathic principles via molecular mechanisms / R. R. Sharma. (who.int)
Pseudoscience1
- Given the level of pseudoscience that must be within the pages of a journal called Homeopathy , I fear a block hole of woo, which will suck all real science into its event horizon, leaving nothing behind but more woo. (scienceblogs.com)
Treat3
- ANSA) - Ancona, June 6 - The parents of a seven-year-old boy who died after they decided to treat his otitis only with homeopathy were convicted of manslaughter Thursday. (ansa.it)
- Treat' domestic violence with homeopathy! (libcom.org)
- Her piece on the hpathy.com site, ' Homeopathy for Domestic Violence and Abuse ' celebrates how homeopathic rememdies can be used to treat both perpetrators and victims of domestic violence. (libcom.org)
Healthcare1
- As a result, national and international bodies have recommended the withdrawal of government funding for homeopathy in healthcare. (wikipedia.org)
Practices1
- Every manufacturing industry needs to follow certain manufacturing practices, but the global homeopathy products market is not following suit. (sbwire.com)
Medicine3
- When taking homeopathy medicine its very important to note that never touch the medicine with your bare hands or finger palm its best to use spoon or cup. (udemy.com)
- The only real difference between homeopathy and modern medicine is dosage, detailed research and better equipment. (abovetopsecret.com)
- The big ship Integrative Medicine - Is homeopathy on board? (facultyofhomeopathy.org)
Science4
- Personally, though, I like to think of Homeopathy as one of those fake journals designed to put a patina of science in the form of science-y sounding jargon and the appearance of using the scientific method but without actual science. (scienceblogs.com)
- Given that homeopathy violates several known physical laws and that, for homeopathy to work, not only would scientists have to be wrong about huge swaths of well-characterized science they'd have to be spectacularly wrong. (scienceblogs.com)
- A good introduction to homeopathy comes from Bad Science 's Ben Goldacre. (libcom.org)
- Homoeopathy in the light of modern science / by A. C. Dutta. (who.int)
Regulations1
- However, the market growth will be negatively impacted by the complete absence of quality control and regulations within the global homeopathy products market. (sbwire.com)
Treatment4
- During this period, homeopathy was able to appear relatively successful, as other forms of treatment could be harmful and ineffective. (wikipedia.org)
- So far, individualised homeopathy (iHOM) has not been evaluated or reported in any peer-reviewed journal as a treatment option. (thieme-connect.com)
- Binal Master wants homeopathy 'to be considered the first line of treatment and not merely an alternative', and this includes 'treatment' of domestic violence. (libcom.org)
- Among the accessible homeopathy products, the corrective utilize products have a bigger market share, attributable to the more extensive applications in different treatment territories. (sbwire.com)
Works5
- Homeopathy has been used for over 200 years and works as a catalyst to help our bodies act to their fullest abilities. (wholefoodsmarket.com)
- While doing more so-called research, I came upon a testimonial It says that homeopathy works great for BPD. (skepchick.org)
- Homeopathy only works for BPD if every personality believes in it. (skepchick.org)
- I'm going to leave the criticisms of homeopathy aside, mostly because whether homeopathy works or not 1 , the main thing I take issue with here is the medicalisation of domestic violence in the first place. (libcom.org)
- Wait till you're so sick you can't get out of the bed and Homeopathy is the only thing that works. (skepticblog.org)
Justify1
- So let's see how Chikramane et al try to justify homeopathy. (scienceblogs.com)
Research4
- Now she's promoting homeopathy for COVID and long COVID while a Research Fellow at St. Mary's University Twickenham. (sciencebasedmedicine.org)
- 1 Khuda-Bukhsh A.R. Laboratory research in homeopathy: Pro. (thieme-connect.de)
- 8 Walach H., Jonas W.B., Ives J., van Wijk R., Weingärtner O. Research on homeopathy: state of the art. (thieme-connect.de)
- Fortunately our masters course is thriving and we have been asked to focus upon this area and homeopathy research for the time being. (dcscience.net)
Work3
- Homeopathy - cut a paracetamol into 1000 bits, find the smallest bit, cut the smallest bit into 1000 more pieces, find the smallest bit again, lick the bit, headache stil there because homeopathy doesn't work. (abovetopsecret.com)
- As homoeopaths, we have had many, many opportunities to see homeopathy work beautifully for bladder infections. (boloji.com)
- It is the task of real genuine scientific researchers to find out how Homeopathy can work. (skepticblog.org)
Controversial1
- Last week, the BMA attacked controversial plans to allow patients to pay for services such as homeopathy as part of the personal-budgets pilots. (pulsetoday.co.uk)
Cure1
- Homeopathy claims to "let like cure like," by using diluted forms of the ailment it is treating, the Guardian noted . (popsci.com)
Medical2
- Homeopathy has a lot of criticism in terms of medical approval but up to date many people are using it in many countries and they are getting results. (udemy.com)
- Homeopathy is a medical system that treats each person according to his or her healing ability . (naturalnews.com)
Results2
- This creates much confusion because often when said it is meant that the results of homeopathy are simply just the same results that one would garner if homeopathy is being used as definition 1. (abovetopsecret.com)
- In other words using the homeopathy in definition 2 will often garner results that by the numbers look like definition 1. (abovetopsecret.com)
Decades1
- Yet the federal government is in the process of upending decades of safe and successful regulation of homeopathy. (anh-usa.org)