by David Nortman | Introduction to Homeopathy
Classical homeopathy depends for its clinical effect on a homeopathic remedy. A successul prescription requires a properly prepared remedy made from the correct source material as determined individually for each person. Homeopathic remedies are made from a seemingly...
by David Nortman | Clinical Practice, Introduction to Homeopathy
The first consultation in homeopathy, also known as the initial homeopathic intake, lasts about two hours for chronic complaints and as long as needed in the case of acute complaints. It is the beginning of an often fascinating journey of healing and self-discovery. A...
by David Nortman | Clinical Practice, Introduction to Homeopathy
After the first prescription the patient returns for regular appointments so that the homeopath may determine the response to it and decide what to do next. These visits are scheduled once every few weeks—more frequently at first and less so as treatment progresses....
by David Nortman | Clinical Practice, Introduction to Homeopathy
“How long will it take for me to get better?” This is one of the most frequent questions asked by new or prospective homeopathic patients. It is a sensible question that originates in our deep desire to foretell our life course and to receive assurance about the...
by David Nortman | Clinical Practice, Introduction to Homeopathy
The homeopathic prescription, similarly to a conventional medical prescription, consists of the homeopathic remedy to be prescribed based on the homeopathic case analysis just performed, and the dosage, which in turn consists of potency and frequency of intake. What...
