Homeopathy has been a healthcare option for millions of people since it's development by Samuel Hahnemann in the 19th century. It is a healthcare system based on a set of principles which were first published by Hahnemann in 1810 in a book called Organon of the Medical Art. He updated and revised the book several times during his life and homeopaths today are still trained and work within the main principles of his teaching.

Homeopathy has stood the test of time and millions of patients worldwide have experienced the benefits of homeopathic treatment.

Like cures Like

One of the principles of homeopathy is that of 'like curing like'. Put simply it means that something that can produce symptoms in a healthy person can cure those symptoms if seen in an unhealthy person. An example to illustrate this is the homeopathic remedy allium cepa which is made from red onion. It is may be useful for people experiencing symptoms of hay fever or colds where the main symptoms are watery eyes and a running nose. These symptoms are often experienced when a person chops an onion suggesting that a substance that can cause symptoms can also relieve the same symptoms when administered appropriately as a homeopathic remedy.

 Dilution

Another principle is dilution. Hahnemann experimented with diluting substances because some of the remedies that he was using for treatment were dangerous if given in their raw form. He found that if he diluted and succussed (shook) a substance, the remedy made from this would get more potent and could be used to treat patients and reduce bad side affects.

What happens during an appointment?

During a homeopathic appointment you will be asked in depth questions about your specific presenting health complaint. This will then be followed by more general questions about your physical and emotional health. Each appointment is a unique experience and will flow at a pace that is comfortable for you. Some questions may seem unusual, for example 'do you prefer warm or cold drinks?', but all the answers you give help to build an individual picture of you, which helps with the remedy choice. At the end of the appointment a remedy that is most suitable for you is chosen and given to you in the form of tablets. Just as each patient is unique so is each prescription.