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Posted 6/15/2013 1:20 PM (GMT 0)
My sister is big on the above and also reiki.

She is currently doing the reiki on me, but strongly wants me to see a homeopath...I was just wondering if anyone else has been to see one and if so how did it help them?

Many thanks
Posted 6/15/2013 1:57 PM (GMT 0)
I did, but I would recommend caution. I suspect one of the supplement for liver cleansing is giving me some grief ATM. Unfortunately it's really hard to proof.

There's a time and place for alternative medicine. I do swear by massages and acupuncture.

You'll have to try out to see if you think it's beneficial. Do beware of placebo effects.

Many studies has concluded that in many cases with patients, there's usually a report of up to about 30% improvement in their condition, simply because something new has been introduced. We can't eliminate placebo effect in whatever we do that's new. However, if you do it for a while, you'll be able to tell if it's the right course of action.

Good luck.
Posted 6/17/2013 4:14 AM (GMT 0)
Research studies in the homeopathic treatment of fibromyalgia show that it is quite successful in reducing pain and the number of tender points and is also effective in treating chronic fatigue syndrome. Here is one of them in case you are interested: "Improved Clinical Status in Fibromyalgia Patients Treated with Individualized Homeopathic Remedies vs. Placebo."

Bell, Iris, Lewis, D., Brooks, A, Schwartz, G., Lewis, S., Walsh, B., Baldwin, C.

Published in Rheumatology, 2004

People sometimes confuse homeopathy with other alternative systems of medicine such as herbal medicine and naturopathy. No supplements are used in homeopathy and definitely not liver cleansing. Homeopathy is safe and non-toxic. It creates no side effects and is inexpensive and green.

If you decide to try homeopathy, please locate a practitioner with experience. There are many certifications, but two you would probably find in your state are CCH and RSHom (NA). The National Center for Homeopathy could supply you with a list of homeopaths in each state.

I've used homeopathy for many years for serious, chronic and acute illnesses and have found it so successful that today it is my primary form of medicine.

Wishing you the best of health!
Posted 6/17/2013 10:46 AM (GMT 0)
I think some natural solutions can be very beneficial, but personally, I strictly avoid any of them which have anything spiritual that conflicts with my religious beliefs. I heard a talk by Moira Noonan a few years ago, and it really opened my eyes on this subject.  I learned they can seem to be harmless, but that's definitely not always true.

ETA:  In the past, I have tried arnica for pain, but felt it didn't help a lot.  I am still interested in trying herbal remedies for headaches and leg cramps, and have seen various homeopathy products for them.  It's interesting some people call herbal remedies 'homeopathy' while others, such as mentioned in the above post, disagree.  I received a homeopathy catalog in the mail which only contains herbal remedies.

  But yes--one definitely has to be careful even with herbs, especially as they can interfere with medications.

Posted 6/17/2013 1:45 PM (GMT 0)
I have a homeopathy treatment for migraine, because I shouldn't be taking wither aleve or ibuprofen (they upset my gut) and no more tylenol, because I already take it at night in hydrocodone. I tried several different methods before stopping on this one, but when a food headache comes on, it's bad and lasts for several days.

My sister believed in this fairly strongly, but she also took prescription medications. I thought, briefly about going to a doctor who believes in natural treatments, but decided against it.
Posted 6/17/2013 2:00 PM (GMT 0)
Myself 09: Thanks for you input. Would you mind sharing the homeopathy treatment you use for migraine? I have to really watch my gut as well, especially due to my chronic gastritis.
Posted 6/17/2013 4:22 PM (GMT 0)
It's called Heel for homeopathy. There are two different formulas for different headaches. I use the formula II-for throbbing or piercing pain, behind the eyes.

www.heelusa.com

It helps, somewhat. Better than nothing or massive diarrhea. I also use an aromatherapy roll-on on my neck and behind my ears. Again, no FDA back-up here, but better than doing nothing.
Posted 6/17/2013 4:49 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the link and info. I would use the same formula, likely, as I get the pain-behind-the-eye type of headache, also. Anything to help, as yes--the pain is miserable.

The aromatherapy roll-on sounds good, too. Hopefully, something like lavender. :)

Thanks again!
Posted 6/17/2013 4:55 PM (GMT 0)
thanks for these tips...I have booked a homeopathic treatment, can't hurt I guess...I too get the pain behind the eyes...but feels more like eye pain than headache

ChristyRed, thanks for this...i don't live in US, im in UK...but I have picked one local to me off the british society of homeopaths...she has also treated people with Fibro and CFS
Posted 6/18/2013 1:32 AM (GMT 0)
Wackers34,

Good for you! A good, experienced homeopath can change your life on every level in a very nice way.

Best wishes and good luck!
Posted 6/18/2013 1:39 AM (GMT 0)
For people who are using compound homeopathics like HEEL but don't get enough help, classical homeopathy is the way to go. The homeopath will choose the one correct remedy for you and the potency, dosage and frequency of dosage that is right for you--like having a dress custom-tailored as compared to buying a one-size-fits-all. It isn't possible to do any of these things with a compound preparation.
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