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Bharatan, Vilma. "Homeopathy and systematics." Thesis, University of Reading, 2004. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.414570.
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Campbell, Craig. "Talk about homeopathy : discursive strategies as ways to continually marginalise homeopathy from mainstream acceptance." Thesis, Queen Margaret University, 2009. https://eresearch.qmu.ac.uk/handle/20.500.12289/7366.
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Traditionally, quantifiable research into homeopathy has largely focused on its effectiveness compared to forms of mainstream medicine. The effect of such comparisons is that homeopathy is commonly constructed as not being demonstrably effective. It becomes discredited, demarcated and downgraded as an alternative ‘type’ of practice, subsequently marginalised in terms of mainstream acceptance. Qualitative studies concerned with homeopathy and focusing on notions of personal credibility, demarcation and the marginal are primarily concerned with practitioners’ perspectives, where views are taken for granted and regarded as representative of accurate events. Thus, no study has focused on and investigated social constructions of homeopathic practice derived from practitioners, and their patients, in the semi-structured interview and in the context of the homeopathic consultation. Here, I identify and fill a gap in the literature which is currently under-represented. The corpus of twenty practitioners, seventeen patients and five homeopathic consultations drawn from interview and consultation contexts were recorded and subsequently transcribed verbatim. The innovative analytical framework is informed by discursive psychology perspectives that focus on accounts as action. Discourse analysis (DA) led to new, original and significant findings about how interpersonal experiences in relation to homeopathic practice are contingently formulated and constituted in interaction and configured over broader discourses. The analytical chapters show how talk about homeopathy is presented via four discursive strategies: by using the communicative competencies and descriptions they do, the participants’ factual accounts function to enhance their own individual credibility and that of their practices, defend their practices and attend to the notion of personal accountability as a discursive practice. For those advocates for homeopathy, managing their personal credibility is accomplished only through sensitive ways of accounting. This reflects the way in which homeopathic practice is located in a culture of scepticism, as an alternative, contested and controversial ‘type’ of practice positioned on the fringe of the modern medical market. Demonstrating an understanding of homeopathy and their expectations of it as a form of treatment, participants draw upon dichotomised categories attributed to notions of mainstream medicine and homeopathy, combined with various discursive devices to add persuasiveness to their descriptions. Overall, the originality of the research lies in the application of the innovative interactional DA framework, its broad range of participants and unique findings from within the field of homeopathy. With several implications, it forms a unique interdisciplinary, theoretical, and methodological contribution to the DA literature. It has practical implications for future policy makers, in the education and training of practitioners, and offers ways to approach future research in homeopathic encounters and in parallel health-related encounters such as other CAM therapies, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Notably, the transferability of the findings has wider implications for the understanding of other contested, controversial and new medical practices in the ways that mainstream medicine is the taken-for-granted, accepted yardstick for practice. In making this distinction, the paradoxical boundaries of what is and what is not acceptable is seen as a central issue to members’ mutually intelligible sense-making practices in everyday medical encounters.
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Turner, Andrew James. "Evidence-based medicine, "placebos" and the homeopathy controversy." Thesis, University of Nottingham, 2012. http://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/12577/.
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Homeopathic treatment has been available on the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) since 1948. In recent years the continued provision of homeopathy through the NHS has been increasingly questioned as part of the ascendency of evidence-based medicine (EBM). Indeed, in 2009 the House of Common’s Science and Technology committee commenced an ‘Evidence Check’ inquiry into Government policy supporting the NHS provision of homeopathic treatments. The controversy over whether homeopathic treatments ‘really’ work and whether they should be available through the NHS has generated much debate: at the heart of the controversy are questions about the nature of evidence in medicine, the validity of randomised trials and the nature and utility of ‘placebo effects’. Critics of homeopathy put forward the simple argument that best available evidence shows homeopathic treatments to be equivalent to placebo, and therefore conclude that it should not be available through publically funded healthcare. This thesis presents a critical examination of the concepts of EBM and ‘placebos’ and re-evaluates their role in the controversy around homeopathy. This thesis examines what kind of foundation the EBM philosophy of evidence provides for the arguments made in the controversy, and the role that ‘placebos’ play as both an evidential and normative standard. There are two basic arguments: first, that the arguments justifying the EBM philosophy of evidence are fundamentally unclear, but also that the interpretation given to EBM, in debates about homeopathy, cannot be sustained. Second, that the concept of ‘placebos’ should be abandoned entirely: a framework is developed for talking about the effectiveness of treatments that removes much confusion about the epistemological and ethical standards that effective treatments should be held to. In addition to attempting to provide conceptual clarity to the controversy, the main conclusion is that the Science and Technology Committee have (on the basis of their own assumptions) understated their evidential arguments, by ignoring mechanistic evidence for whether homeopathic treatments are effective, and they have overstated their ethical arguments, they do not provide good reasons to remove provision of homeopathic treatment through the NHS.
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Smith, Juliet Louise. "Practitioner based inquiry : taking the case of homeopathy." Thesis, Bournemouth University, 2012. http://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/20976/.
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After twenty years of practising and teaching homeopathy, I am concerned that research into treatment by professional homeopaths has become stifled by evidence based medicine discourse. Homeopathy’s distinguishing features are obscured by erroneous assumptions that a homeopathic prescription is subject to the same biochemical pathways as pharmacological medication. Homeopaths are urged by external parties to ‘prove homeopathy works’ on biomedical terms. This reflexive inquiry is an attempt to redress the balance. From postmodern and pragmatic perspectives I reflexively engage with professional experiences (Smith, 2009) as a means of articulating practitioner based knowledge (Freshwater and Rolfe, 2001, Rolfe et al., 2001). The subjectivity of the practitioner researcher is transformed from a research problem into an opportunity to critically examine practitioner experience (Lees and Freshwater, 2008). The research process is a focus for the inquiry itself, with the intention of creating an open text that invites participation from the reader (Denzin and Lincoln, 1994). I ‘take the case’ of my own practice and its wider context, and enact a synergy of homeopathic practice and research methodologies. The thesis is organised around the eight principles of homeopathy. Case vignettes and homeopathy’s visual iconography (Cherry, 2008) are used to integrate clinical experience into the thesis. Multiple analytical strategies evolved, including discourse analysis, action research, narrative analysis and writing as inquiry. These are not applied to pre-existing professional experiential data (Lees, 2005), but engaging with these strategies has shaped data creation and the inquiry itself. Use of multiple methods is not an attempt to triangulate, rather the dissonance between them is essential to achieving competing and multiple perspectives on professional experience. There is no intention to present a discrete set of findings. The inquiry is framed through the inquiry process, creating an innovative approach to practitioner based inquiry as a collage of reflexive, experiential interpretations and interactions with professional practice. I redefine evidence as being the inquiry process itself and the practitioner as integral to knowledge creation and application in practice. The open dialogic text invites practitioners to adapt this model of practitioner based research in their own practices. The self-critical iterative dialogue gives voice to the practitioner researcher in discourses that are congruent with homeopathic practice. I make original contributions to knowledge by examining homeopathic practice from different theoretical and experiential perspectives, including observations on the connections between homeopathy’s enduring popularity and how the patients’ own belief systems about health and illness are still influenced by the old humoural system of medicine.
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Nonami, Hiroko Yuri. "The reception and transformation of homeopathy in Japan." Thesis, University of Oxford, 2016. https://ora.ox.ac.uk/objects/uuid:ec3d37df-8cc5-48f9-85f4-5d548689a658.
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This thesis examines from a medical anthropological viewpoint how the practice of the newly imported complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has been transplanted, received and transformed in Japan. More specifically, I focus on homeopathy, which was introduced into Japan in the late 1990s. To address the research question, I focus on the practice of homeopathy from the anthropological viewpoint. The adoption of any new form of medicine is influenced by the prevailing medical, social and cultural context. So, how and why was homeopathy introduced into Japan the late 1990s? I explore this question by focusing on three aspects of the reception of homeopathy in Japan: (1) the institutionalisation of the homeopathy, including the formation of associations of practitioners and homeopathic colleges; (2) the translation of the theory and practice of homeopathy by the practitioners into a culturally acceptable form; (3) the utilisation and consumption of homeopathy by the patients, their families and self-prescribers. Over eighteen months of fieldwork in Japan led me to focus on these three elements of homeopathic practice. Regarding the theoretical framework, this mainly explores medical pluralism and the health care system in Japan from an anthropological perspective, and the globalisation and transmission of medicine. I argue that the success of homeopathy in Japan was largely thanks to the transmission strategies set by the founders of the colleges for lay homeopaths. Mothers in particular, concerned by worries over family health care, were drawn by this approach. Furthermore I also argue that this group not only be' self-help groups, creating thereby a strong tie with the lay homeopaths. I argue that mothers gained a sense of the empowerment through homeopathy. Within the Japanese health care system it was the popular sector that received and developed homeopathy.
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Poukarová, Hana. "Homeopatická léčba v České republice." Master's thesis, Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze, 2011. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-162466.
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My thesis is divided into three parts. In the technology part are summarized knowledge of homeopathy and its principles with regard to research in this area, in the second part is mapped the availability of entities of homeopathic treatment. The last part focuses on the cost effectiveness of treatment of acute illnesses typical for winter season.
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Piqué, Buisan Joel. "Procesos de construcción social y científica de la homeopatía en Catalunya (1890-1924)." Doctoral thesis, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10803/665875.
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Esta investigación pretende contribuir a la comprensión histórica del papel que jugó la
homeopatía en el desarrollo científico y social en Cataluña a principios del siglo XX (1890-
1924) a partir de los esfuerzos de este colectivo para profesionalizarse y relacionarse con la
ciencia ortodoxa del momento. La tesis explora las diferentes estrategias de legitimación
utilizadas por el colectivo de médicos homeópatas para no ser excluidos de la corriente
científica que se estaba definiendo, y parte de la hipótesis de que en las primeras décadas del
siglo XX, en un contexto en que se estaba definiendo el marco conceptual de la medicina de
nuestros días, los procesos de construcción social y científica fueron claves en la legitimación y
en la consecuente obtención de autoridad, de cada uno de los sistemas médicos que componían
la ciencia médica del momento. En este sentido, la memoria profundiza en ámbitos claves en el
desarrollo de la medicina: la institucionalización de la disciplina y sus órganos de difusión; el
mercado competencial de consultorios y dispensarios junto con la relación del remedio
homeopático con el mercado farmacéutico y la consecuente transformación del paciente en
cliente; y la introducción del laboratorio y los discursos experimentales como aspectos claves en
la consolidación científica de la medicina. A partir del estudio de las relaciones bidireccionales
en estos diferentes ámbitos, la tesis muestra los debates, las controversias y los cambios
epistemológicos que tuvieron lugar dentro del propio movimiento homeopático y que fueron
claves en el desarrollo de la disciplina. A la vez, esta investigación introduce como, a partir de
las estrategias utilizadas para su legitimación, la homeopatía participó en la consolidación de la
sociedad liberal / capitalista, dotando a la capital catalana de instituciones para el mantenimiento
del orden social y resignificando la terapéutica homeopática para incluir el remedio
homeopático en un mercado potente, y a la vez revela las conexiones entre las clases
aristocráticas y burguesas con la presencia pública de la disciplina a través del análisis del
Hospital Homeópata del Niño Dios. Esta memoria presenta desde una perspectiva
historiográfica novedosa y caracterizada por su enfoque crítico, las estrategias de legitimación,
los procesos de inclusión, exclusión, recepción y adaptación de los nuevos descubrimientos
científicos por parte de un sistema médico que pretendía legitimar sus postulados para no ser
excluida de la medicina oficial. La tesis revela las estrategias claves en la construcción social y
científica de la homeopatía en Cataluña: la estrategia institucional, la discursiva y la
metodológica o experimental, que paradójicamente en algunos casos provocó la legitimación
social y la deslegitimación científica de la homeopatía.This research aims to contribute to the historical understanding of the role played by homeopathy in scientific and social development in Catalonia at the beginning of the 20th century (1890-1924) from the efforts of this group to professionalize and relate to the orthodox science of this time. The thesis explores the different strategies of legitimation used by the group of homeopathic doctors not to be excluded from the scientific current that was being defined, and part of the hypothesis that in the first decades of the 20th century, in a context in which the conceptual framework of today’s medicine was being defined, the processes of social and scientific construction were key in the legitimation and the consequent obtaining of authority, of each of the medical systems that made up the medical science of the moment. In this sense, the memory deepens in key areas in the development of medicine: the institutionalization of the discipline and its organs of diffusion; the competence market of clinics and dispensaries along with the relationship of the homeopathic remedy with the pharmaceutical market and the consequent transformation of the patient into a client; and the introduction of the laboratory and experimental discourses as key aspects in the scientific consolidation of medicine. From the study of bidirectional relationships in these different areas, the thesis shows the debates, controversies and epistemological changes that took place within the homeopathic movement itself and that were key in the development of the discipline. At the same time, this research introduces how, from the strategies used for its legitimation, homeopathy participated in the consolidation of the liberal / capitalist society, endowing the Catalan capital with institutions for the maintenance of social order and resignifying homeopathic therapeutics to include the homeopathic remedy in a powerful market, and at the same time reveals the connections between the aristocratic and bourgeois classes with the public presence of the discipline through the analysis of the Hospital Homeópata del Niño Dios. This report presents, from a novel historiographic perspective and characterized by its critical approach, the strategies of legitimation, the processes of inclusion, exclusion, reception and adaptation of new scientific discoveries by a medical system that sought to legitimize its postulates so as not to be excluded. of official medicine. The thesis reveals the key strategies in the social and scientific construction of homeopathy in Catalonia: the institutional strategy, the discursive and the methodological or experimental, which paradoxically in some cases caused the social legitimization and the scientific delegitimization of homeopathy.
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Dandaro, Priscila Aparecida Faitanini [UNESP]. "Ultradiluições de Natrum muriaticum no desempenho agronômico do tomateiro-cereja submetidos a estresse salino." Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/11449/151909.
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Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico (CNPq)
A utilização de preparados homeopáticos tem se tornado crescente na agricultura em especial nas plantas. Vários segmentos como a germinação, a produção de mudas, o controle de pragas e doenças de planta, o aumento de princípios ativos, desintoxicação de plantas por meios contaminantes e no metabolismo tem sido abordados através dos conceitos de Homeopatia. Os procedimentos que permitem reverter o quadro de estresse salino são pouco conhecidos, os custos são elevados e os recursos não são renováveis, tornando-se necessárias a adoção de novas tecnologias. O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar o efeito de preparados homeopáticos no desempenho agronômico e parâmetros fisiológicos em tomateiro-cereja submetido a estresse salino. O delineamento estatístico utilizado foi inteiramente casualizado, com oito tratamentos e cinco repetições. Foram avaliadas diferentes dinamizações de Natrum muriaticum (3CH; 5CH; 7CH; 9CH; 11CH; 13CH), e as testemunhas (água destilada e etanol 70%). As características avaliadas foram: altura (cm), diâmetro do colo (mm), número de folhas, número de flores por cacho, número de frutos, número de frutos por cachos, fluorescência da clorofila A, condutância estomática, teor relativo de água, potencial hídrico, determinação da área foliar, determinação de fitomassa fresca de frutos (gramas), teor de sólidos solúveis (°Brix) e teor de prolina do tomateiro-cereja. A aplicação da Ultradiluição de Natrum muriaticum promoveu incremento em todas as variáveis avaliadas referentes ao desempenho agronômico do tomateiro. Natrum muriaticum 11CH e 13CH atuam positivamente no desenvolvimento vegetativo e reprodutivo de tomate-cereja submetidos à estresse salino.
The use of homeopathic preparations has become increasing in agriculture, especially in plants. Several segments such as germination, production of seedlings, pest control and plant diseases, increased raw material assets, detoxification of plants by contaminating means and at metabolism had been reached by the concepts of Homeopathy. The procedures that allow the reversal of the salinity stresses are little known, the costs are high and the resources are not renewable, becoming necessary the adoption of new technologies. The objective of this work was to evaluate the effect of homeopathic preparations on agronomic performance and physiological parameters on cherry tomatoes submitted to saline stress. The statistical design was completely randomized, with eight treatments and five replicates. Different dynamizations of Natrum muriaticum (3CH; 5CH; 7CH; 9CH; 11CH; 13CH) and the controls (distilled water and 70% ethanol) were evaluated. The evaluated characteristics were: height (cm), lap diameter (mm), number of leaves, number of flowers per cluster, number of fruits, number of fruits per bunches, chlorophyll A fluorescence, stomatal conductance, relative water content, hydric potential, leaf area determination, fresh fruit phytomass determination (grams), soluble solids content (° Brix), and proline content of tomato-cherry. The application of the ultradilution of Natrum muriaticum promoted the increase in all evaluated variables related to the agronomic performance of the tomato. Natrum muriaticum 11CH and 13CH acts positively on vegetative and reproductive development of cherry tomatoes submitted to saline stress.
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Thompson, Trevor David Barnes. "Homeopathy : exploring the popularity paradox : a multi-method study of the players, process and outcome of homeopathic care by UK medical doctors." Thesis, University of Bristol, 2005. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.432940.
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Verhooght, Marianne Bernadette. "A clinical audit of registered homoeopathic practitioners in KwaZulu-Natal." Thesis, 2003. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/1832.
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Mini-dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Homeopathy, Durban Institute of Technology, 2003.From the world wide sales of homeopathic products for 1997, which were estimated to be $1.15 billion homeopathy is growing and becoming an important aspect of healthcare. In South Africa homeopathy is relatively new and there seems to be limited awareness of homeopathy amongst the public and healthcare authorities. A collection of basic data on treatment and prescribing patterns is urgently needed. A clinical audit, namely, practice based clinical research that allows the effectiveness of homeopathy to be evaluated under 'real-life' circumstances, is required. ABSTRACT A clinical audit includes three areas, quality assurance, treatment outcomes and economic outcomes. The study addressed the first two of these areas. Quality assurance includes documenting practitioner and practice demographics, procedures of diagnosis, care and treatment. The treatment outcomes were assessed by the practitioner and the patient. Patients also gave feedback on consumer satisfaction. The study was carried out by using the survey method and the measuring tool was a series of six questionnaires. The sample of practitioners (n = 30) was drawn from registered homeopathic practitioners of Kwazulu Natal (KZN). Data from 158 patients was collected. The study was completed in 5 stages. Stage 1, was a telephonic contact of all registered homeopaths by the researcher. In Stage 2, a face to face interview of participating practitioners was conducted by the researcher. Stage 3 was the initial consultation, where both the practitioner and patient completed questionnaires. Stage 4 consisted of a follow-up consultation where again the practitioner and patient completed post treatment questionnaires. Stage 5 was the exit questionnaire administered to drop out patients by the researcher telephonically.
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Nell, Nicholas. "Communication patterns in the homoeopathic interview : a comparative study of 5th year interns and qualified practitioners." Thesis, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/1968.
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Approved for Final Submission Master's degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban Institute of Technology, Durban, 2004.The purpose of this study was to compare the communication patterns in the homoeopathic first consultation between qualified practitioners and student practitioners. The overall patterns were also compared to standard medical literature on patient practitioner dialogue. Patients and methods The research groups consisted of two groups of ten participants: one group of qualified registered, and practicing homoeopaths and the other of student interns at the Homoeopathic Day Clinic at the Durban Institute of Technology. Each participant conducted two consultations which were taped for research purposes. These were conducted in the setting of either their private practices or in the Homoeopathic Day Clinic. These tapes were used to generate a data set that described the relative frequencies of certain utterances according to the Rater Interaction Analysis System (RIAS). This data set was analysed statistically to give a comparison between the two groups, as well as being used to describe the patterns of communication in a homoeopathic setting in the larger context of medical interactions. IV Results Significant statistical differences were noted in the communication patterns of practitioners as opposed to student homoeopaths.
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Holgreaves, Andrew. "A survey investigating and establishing public perception of homoeopathy in living standard measure groups 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 in South Africa." Thesis, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3010.
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M.Tech.On several occasions since the 1994 elections, the South African Department of Health has committed itself to establish appropriate and practical mechanisms for the integration of complementary practitioners and therapies into the National Health System. Although Complementary and Alternative Medicines (CAM) are already used mainly by the higher socio economic groups, Homoeopathy is considered well suited for use in developing countries where the adequate infrastructure, equipment and medicines needed for conventional treatment can not always be provided. There is currently no market-related research available on the awareness or usage of homoeopathy or homoeopathic medicines amongst the lower income groups, those most reliant on the public health care system. To rectify these issues, comprehensive market research needs to done amongst the lower socio-economic groups to determine their levels of awareness of homoeopathy, and if awareness exists, what their level of use is. Well developed, appropriate marketing strategies could lead to commercial expansion into this undeveloped area and the possible inclusion of services and medicines in the public health care system. This study formed part of a three-part study investigating the current public perceptions towards Homoeopathy in South Africa. The research was conducted in the form of a door-to-door survey using a questionnaire. The independent market research company, Research Surveys (Pty) Limited, under the supervision of the researcher, conducted the surveys. The total sample group for all three studies consisted of 2000 respondent interviews conducted in the seven major metropolitan areas of South Africa. These included Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Bloemfontein, East London and Port Elizabeth. A total of 1260 Black, 385 White, 240 Coloured and 115 Indian interviews were conducted Sixty three percent of the sample group fell into L.S.M. Groups 2 to 6. This amounts to a total of 1200 respondents. After analysing and discussing the results of the surveys it can be concluded that the consumers from L.S.M. Groups 2 to 6 have a very low level of awareness of homoeopathy, especially when compared to L.S.M. Groups 7 to 10. In general the consumers from this group perceive homoeopaths to be well trained and homoeopathic medicines effective but will still rather consult a medical doctor about certain illnesses. It appears that consumers from this group are not likely to see a homoeopath in the future but would like to see it as a treatment option in provincial hospitals. The lack of interest to see a homoeopath in the future does not seem to be associated with a perceived high cost of consultations.
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Martins, Paula Sofia Guimarães. "Relatório de Estágio e Monografia intitulada "Homeopatia e Medicamentos Homeopáticos "." Master's thesis, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10316/93107.
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Relatório de Estágio do Mestrado Integrado em Ciências Farmacêuticas apresentado à Faculdade de FarmáciaA Homeopatia é uma das Medicinas Alternativas Complementares que está em crescente expansão pelo mundo, sendo das mais utilizadas na Europa, inclusive em Portugal desde 1830, que possui legislação específica para os medicamentos homeopáticos. Apesar de toda a controvérsia em volta da sua eficácia, a homeopatia tem-se mostrado resiliente havendo cada vez mais procura de medicamentos homeopáticos, tornando-se uma realidade na administração a doentes. Fundada por Samuel Hahnemann, a homeopatia rege-se por princípios antagónicos relativamente à medicina clássica. Reconhece o indivíduo como um todo e não por partes, centrando-se no doente e está apoiada em princípios como a cura pelo semelhante - similia similibus curantur, a utilização de doses mínimas de substância ativa e considera o indivíduo como um todo. Esta medicina não convencional é alvo de diferenças de opinião e cabe aos profissionais de saúde manterem-se atualizados sobre todos os medicamentos, incluindo os medicamentos homeopáticos, de forma a prestar informações corretas e contribuir para o bem-estar e saúde dos que procuram a medicina. A presente monografia visa uma abordagem dos conceitos inerentes à Homeopatia como aspetos históricos, princípios da homeopatia, visão da perspetiva regulamentar em Portugal e na Europa, produção e formas farmacêuticas dos medicamentos homeopáticos, homeopatia veterinária e referência ao papel do farmacêutico comunitário.Neste trabalho constam, ainda, os relatórios de estágio realizados em Farmácia Hospitalar nos Serviços Farmacêuticos (SF) do Instituto Português de Oncologia do Porto Francisco Gentil, Entidade Pública Empresarial (IPOPFG, E.P.E.) e em Farmácia Comunitária na Farmácia Normal, Vila do Conde. Estes foram realizados através de uma análise SWOT onde são abordados os pontos fortes, os pontos fracos, as oportunidades e as ameaças observadas durante o período de estágio.
Homeopathy is one of the Complementary Alternative Medicines that is in increasing expansion around the world, being one of the most used in Europe, including in Portugal since 1830, which has specific legislation for homeopathic medicines. Despite all the controversy surrounding its effectiveness, homeopathy has been shown to be resilient with an increasing demand for homeopathic medicines, becoming a reality in administration to patients.Founded by Samuel Hahnemann, Homeopathy is governed by antagonistic principles in relation to classical medicine. It recognizes the individual as a whole and not in parts, focusing on the patient and is supported by principles such as healing by similars - similia similibus curantur, the use of minimal doses of active substance and considers the individual as a whole.This unconventional medicine is subject to differences of opinion and it is up to health professionals to keep up to date on all medicines, including homeopathic medicines, in order to provide correct information and contribute to the well-being and health of those who seek medicine.The present monograph aims at an approach to the concepts inherent to Homeopathy as historical aspects, principles of homeopathy, vision of the regulatory perspective in Portugal and Europe, production and pharmaceutical forms of homeopathic medicines, veterinary homeopathy and, still the action of the community pharmacist is referred.This work also includes the internship reports made in Hospital Pharmacy in the Pharmaceutical Services (SF) of the Portuguese Institute of Oncology of Porto Francisco Gentil, Public Business Entity (IPOPFG, E.P.E.) and in Community Pharmacy in Farmácia Normal, Vila do Conde. These were carried out through a SWOT analysis where the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats observed during the internship period are addressed.
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Surjoodeen, Erosha. "The efficacy of a homoeopathic complex (Carbo Vegetabilis D9, Lycopodium clavatum D9, Nux Vomica D9 and Robinia Pseudoacacia D9) in the treatment of functional dyspepsia." Thesis, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/347.
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xxvi, 161 leaves.The purpose of this placebo controlled study was to evaluate the efficacy of a homoeopathic complex (Carbo Vegetabilis D9, Lycopodium clavatum D9, Nux Vomica D9 and Robinia Pseudoacacia D9) in the treatment of patients suffering from functional dyspepsia; in terms of the patient’s perception of the treatment. It was hypothesized that the patients treated with the complex would respond favorably in terms of the symptoms associated with dyspepsia. In this experimental study the single variable design was used for its ‘before and after with control’. Thirty patients with functional dyspepsia were selected after been screened according to diagnostic criteria identified by the researcher. These patients were divided into two groups according to simple random sampling. Data was collected at the Homoeopathic Day Clinic at the Durban University of Technology. Group one received the homoeopathic complex and group two received a placebo complex. Patients received treatment over a period of six weeks (three consultations). The patients, during each consultation, in the presence of the researcher, completed the Patient Perception Questionnaire. Results were statistically analysed using the FriedmansTest (inter group comparison) and The Wilcoxon signed Rank Test (intra group comparison). When the three questionnaires for each patient were compared it was found that neither the placebo group, nor the experimental group yielded significant improvement. Therefore the results of this clinical trial demonstrated that this homoeopathic complex is not effective in the treatment of functional dyspepsia, when compared to placebo, in terms of patient perception.
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Van, Niekerk Karin. "The relative effectiveness of miasmatic treatment as opposed to simillimum treatment in terms of the objective clinical findings in patients with acne vulgaris." Thesis, 1999. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2829.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Technikon Natal, 1999.The purpose of this study was to compare the relative effectiveness of miasmatic treatment as opposed to simillimum treatment in terms of the objective clinical findings in patients with acne vulgaris.
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Lockyear, Heather. "The efficacy of a homoeopathic complex (Cantharis vesicatoris 12CH, Equisetum hyemale 12CH, Sarsaparilla 12CH, Staphisagria 12CH,Uva ursi 12CH) in the treatment of nocturnal enuresis in children between the ages of five and eighteen years, residing in children`s homes." Thesis, 2003. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2777.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban Institute of Technology, 2003.The purpose of this randomised double blind study was to evaluate the efficacy of the homoeopathic complex (Cantharis vesicatoria 12CH, Equisetum hyemale 12CH, Sarsaparilla 12CH, Delphinium staphysagria 12CH, Uva ursi 12CH) in the treatment of nocturnal enuresis with regard to the number of wet nights per week. It focused on children between the ages offive and eighteen, residing at children's homes in the greater Durban area. It was hypothesised that the homoeopathic medication would reduce the weekly incidences of bed wetting and thus provide a, safe, viable and effective alternative to existing treatment options.
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Gillespie, Nerena Beatrice. "Hypercholesterolaemia and homoeopathy." Thesis, 1994. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2775.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Diploma in Technology in the Department of Homoeopathy at Technikon Natal, 1994.The object of the present research trial was to evaluate the efficacy of a single homoeopathic medication, Cholesterinum, in the ninth atcenuation (9CH) in the treatment of hypercholesterolaemia. Special attention was paid to its effect on total choles~erol (TC) levels and the high-density lipoprotein cholesterol/ low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C/LDL-C) ratio.
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Swan, Carla. "The efficacy of homoeopathic simillimum versus vitamin C (1000mg) in the treatment of influenza type syndrome." Thesis, 2003. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2696.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Masters Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy at Durban Institute of Technology, 2003.The purpose of this double blind randomised study is to evaluate the efficacy of homoeopathic simillimum versus high doses of vitamin C in the treatment of Influenza Type Syndrome in terms of subjective symptoms assessed by the patient, and objective clinical signs assessed by the researcher
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Schultz, Myron. "The homoeopathic treatment of warts." Thesis, 1994. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2182.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Diploma in Technology: Homeopathy, Technikon Natal, Durban, 1994.The atm of this study was to determine if homeopathy has a role to play in the treatment of warts. This study focuses only on external warts (excluding genital warts). A sample of thirty patients was taken from the greater Durban area, and from this sample fifteen were treated with Homeopathic simillimum treatment and the remaining fifteen received placebo treatment. The study was conducted using the double blind protocol with all medications being prepared and dispensed by a neutral homeopathic pharmacist. Every twenty SIX days for the duration of the six month trial, patients' warts were photographed and questionnaires completed, regarding the patients' perception to the treatment. The study was divided into three sections viz. Subproblem one, two and three. Subproblem one was the objective analysis of the treatment by means of colour photography. Trace outlines of the warts from the photographs were scanned onto a computer which calculated the surface area of the warts. Each group (i.e. the control and treatment group) was then compared with themselves (i.e. before and after treatment) using the paired T-test, With the control group p= 0.670, indicating there was no statistically significant difference. With the treatment group p = 0.264, indicating there was no statistically significant difference. When comparing the surface area of the warts treated with homeopathy as opposed to those treated with placebo using the unpaired T-test no significant difference was found between the two groups (p= 0.947). Subproblem two was concerned with the subjective analysis of the treatment by measuring the patients perception to the treatment with a questionnaire. Each .group was then compared with themselves (i.e.before and after treatment) using the paired T-test. With the control group p = 0.623, indicating there was no statistically significant difference. With the treatment group p= 0.1002, indicating there was no statistically significant difference between the beginning and end of the treatment (although this value was closer to 0.05 than the Il value of the control group and thus more significant). When comparrug the patients perception to the treatment of those treated with homeopathy as opposed to those treated with placebo using the unpaired T-test p= 0.947, indicating there was not a statistically significant difference between the two groups. Subproblem three was a comparative analysis of subproblem one and two. There was a positive correlation between the wart surface area and the patients perception to the treatment with those patients recervmg Homeopathic treatment (p= 0.0225, Jr= 0.8246). 60% of the treatment group patients improved, 20% worsened and there was no agreement between subproblem one and two with 20%. There was a poor correlation between the wart surface area and the patients perception to the treatment with those patients receiving Placebo treatment (p= 0.9957, r= 0.0025). 33.33% of the control group patients improved, 46.67% worsened and there was no agreement between subproblem one and two with 20%. It was thus concluded that although there was not a statistically significant difference between the control and treatment groups, there was a difference measured (as can be seen considering the frequency of occurrences) and therefore homeopathy does have a role to play in the treatment of warts.
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Chopdat, Fatima Ismail. "The efficacy of Crataegus oxyacantha θ on refractory hypertension in males." Thesis, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3009.
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M.Tech.Hypertension or elevated blood pressure is an initiator and promoter of cardiovascular disease and end organ damage. Primary or essential hypertension is an elevated blood pressure due to an unknown or unidentifiable pathology. Secondary hypertension may be caused by underlying pathology or certain medication. Although a number of allopathic drugs are available, hypertension may remain uncontrolled despite lifestyle changes combined with adequate allopathic treatment. This is termed as refractory hypertension. Poor patient compliance, inadequate diuretic therapy, inappropriate drug combinations, and obesity are the leading causes of uncontrolled or refractory hypertension. Crataegus oxyacantha θ is a homoeopathically prepared mother tincture (θ) that has been clinically used to treat hypertension and cardiovascular complaints. However there is insufficient research to confirm its efficacy in the treatment of hypertension. The aim of this study is to ascertain the efficiency of Crataegus oxyacantha θ in the treatment of refractory hypertension in adult males aged between thirty-five and sixty-five years, currently taking allopathic treatment, namely Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme inhibitors combined with a diuretic, and to evaluate the effect of Crataegus oxyacantha Ө on associated symptoms of hypertension. These include headaches; palpitations; vertigo; blurred vision and tinnitus. The study was a placebo controlled double-blinded trial that extended over a period of 12 weeks. Thirty male participants between the ages of thirty-five to sixty-five, that were pre-diagnosed with refractory hypertension for a minimum of two years with a fluctuating blood pressure reading above 150/95 mmHg and currently on allopathic medication i.e. ACE-inhibitor with a combined diuretic were recruited for the study by means of advertisements placed at the University of Johannesburg health clinic, pharmacies and community clinics. Participants were randomly placed in either the experimental or the control group. Participants meeting the inclusion criteria underwent a physical examination and consented to the study (Appendix A). The participants blood pressure was measured on both arms as advised by Milne in the South African hypertensive guidelines 2003 (Annexure A), at the first visit and for two consecutive mornings in order to obtain a baseline reading. He was randomly assigned in either the experimental or the control group. The control group received a 50ml bottle of the 20% alcohol placebo and the experimental group received a 50ml bottle of the homoeopathic remedy, Crataegus oxyacantha θ. He was instructed to take 10 drops in 125ml water twice daily after meals. During the trial period the participant’s blood pressure was assessed every 2 weeks against the measured baseline readings for a period of 12 weeks. The severity of the following symptoms was assessed every 2 weeks, headaches; palpitations; vertigo; blurred vision and tinnitus and other symptoms that he may have experienced. These results were graded and recorded on the progress form (Appendix C). The data obtained from the participants was analysed using descriptive statistics (frequencies and percentages). The blood pressure of the experimental group was compared to the control group as obtained at the first consultation and each of the six follow-up visits. Groups were compared using the Chi-Square test and the Non Parametric Mann Whitney U test. Statistical analysis showed significant differences, P <0.05 for the systolic blood pressure between the experimental and control group. There was a significant decline in the diastolic blood pressure of the experimental and the control group. The diastolic pressure of the control showed a significant decline between day one and week six, however remained constant from week six to week twelve. This implies that the placebo may have provided some benefit towards the lowering of diastolic blood pressure in adult males. The associated symptoms were investigated and the results obtained indicate that headaches and blurred vision remained a constant mild symptom that was experienced throughout the twelve week trial period. Due to the statistical difference between the experimental and the control group in favour of the experimental group, the null hypothesis was rejected. Preliminary findings suggest that Crataegus oxyacantha Ө, is effective in reducing elevated systolic and diastolic blood pressure in adult males with refractory hypertension, however more research over a longer period of time is needed to confirm theses findings.
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Didcott, Helen. "The application of the classical homoeopathic approach in the treatment of depression." Thesis, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/11478.
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M.Tech. (Homoeopathy)This is a study which has involved the treatment of individuals, manifesting with depressed symptoms, using homoeopathic medication. Each patient was first seen by a clinical psychologist who made her own diagnosis of the patient's depressed condition. Each patient then attended a three hour initial case-taking session where the researcher gathered much information about that patient's life story. The researcher was interested in all physical, emotional and mental symptoms that patients were experiencing. Thus, the approach was a holistic one, i.e. where all aspects of the individual are seen as a totality. The case-taking was then followed by analysis of the patient's case using homoeopathic tools of a repertory and materia medica to find that remedy which matched that patient's totality, their similimum. This remedy was prescribed and a patient's progress noted through follow-up sessions. where prescriptions may have been altered. The treatment lasted six months. Thereafter, the same clinical psychologist, again saw the patients individually and made her diagnosis of every patient's condition. This study was an attempt to remain true to the principles of classical homoeopathy. Thus, the researcher did not categorise patients with suitable depressive terms and their treatment was totally specific for each patient. The aim was to show that treatment should be individualised, which is the basis of homoeopathy, irrespective of the illness being treated. It was also an attempt to provide an alternative treatment which was neither non toxic nor suppressive to the human body.
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Cascioli, Traci R. "The efficacy of a homoeopathic complex on Canine parvoviral enteritis." Thesis, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/11268.
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Ally, Sameer. "The efficacy of a homoeopathic complex (Kalium bromatum 9CH, Natrum muriaticum 9CH, Selenium 9CH, Sulphur 9CH and Thuja occidentalis 9CH) in the treatment of acne vulgaris." Thesis, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/1059.
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Submitted in partial compliance with the requirements of the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, 2013.Introduction Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition (disorder of the pilosebaceous duct) which is universal in adolescence. Acne vulgaris can persist into adulthood, with 1% of males and 5% of females requiring treatment until 40 years of age. Aim The aim of this study was to determine the efficacy of a homoeopathic complex (Kalium bromatum 9CH, Natrum muriaticum 9CH, Selenium 9CH, Sulphur 9CH and Thuja occidentalis 9CH), compared to placebo, in the treatment of acne vulgaris. Methodology A total of 37 participants between the ages of 18 and 31 were recruited from the Greater Durban area by means of poster advertisements placed on notice boards in shops, pharmacies, health shops, hospitals, schools, tertiary institutions including Durban University of Technology, and other public areas. Handouts were also left at these areas for people to take home. The final sample consisted of 34 participants due to the drop out of 3 participants. After participants read an information letter (English or Zulu), fulfilled the inclusion and exclusion criteria of the research, were diagnosed as having acne vulgaris by the researcher and completed an informed consent form (English or Zulu) and confidential patient information form (English or Zulu), they were randomly assigned to an experimental (homoeopathic complex) group and a control (placebo) group. In the final sample, the experimental (homoeopathic complex) group consisted of 7 males and 10 females, and the control (placebo) group consisted of 9 males and 8 females. Consultations took place at the Durban University of Technology Homoeopathic Day Clinic, and consisted of 3 consultations, an initial consultation followed by 2 follow-up consultations at 3 weekly intervals. The treatment period for each participant was therefore 6 weeks. A case history was taken and a complete physical examination was performed for all participants. The Leeds counting technique was used to assess and measure the response to treatment. The lesions assessed were the non-inflamed lesions (blackheads and whiteheads), inflamed lesions (papules, pustules, nodules, cysts and deep pustules) and the total number of acne lesions (number of non-inflamed and inflamed lesions combined). The response to treatment was measured in terms of a reduction in the number of non-inflamed, number of inflamed and total number of acne lesions, on the face, over the 6 weeks. SPSS version 20 was used to analyse the data. A p value of < 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Non-parametric tests were used to analyse the data. The number of non-inflamed, number of inflamed and total number of acne lesions were compared within groups using the Friedman test and between groups using the Mann-Whitney U test. The number of lesions was compared separately for males and females, and also without gender classification. Results In females, the control (placebo) group showed a statistically significant reduction in the total number of acne lesions when compared to the experimental group (p = 0.034). However, as a whole, it was concluded from the results of this study that there was no significant difference in the number of non-inflamed (p = 0.193), number of inflamed (p = 0.290), and total number of acne lesions (p = 0.193) between the experimental (homoeopathic complex) and control (placebo) groups. Both groups showed a similar reduction when compared to each other. Conclusion It was concluded that the homoeopathic complex was not effective in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
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Reid, Kim Louise. "The efficacy of certain Labiatiae species herbal extracts (Rosmarinus officinalis, Salvia officinalis and Thymus vulgaris) as compared to nystatin, in the inhibition of in vitro growth of Candidia albicans." Thesis, 2002. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2875.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements of the Master's Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Technikon Natal, 2002.The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of herbal extracts of certain Labiatiae species (Rosmannus officinalis, Salvia officinalis and Thymus vulgaris) in the inhibition of in vitro growth of Candida albicans as compared to ethanol as a control and nystatin in terms of the disc diffusion test.
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De, Waard Anton Hans. "The comparative effects of the homoeopathic remedy Staphylococcinum, and Penicillin G, and the growth paramaters and enzyme producing ability of Staphylococcus aureus." Thesis, 1995. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2840.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Masters Diploma in Technology: Homoeopathy, Technikon Natal, 1995.The purpose of this study was to investigate the action of the homoeopathic remedy, Staphylococcinum and the antibiotic Penicillin G, on Staphylococcus aureus, with respect to its growth parameters and enzyme producing ability, in order to determine the effectiveness of homoeopathic remedies on living organisms and to attempt a better understanding of how these remedies work. The hypothesis put forward was that the homoeopathic remedy would have an effect on the growth parameters and enzyme producing ability of the organism, but that the effect would be more subtle than that of Penicillin G.
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Randeree, Aziza Muhammed. "The efficacy of homoeopathic simillimum treatment of oral malodour." Thesis, 1999. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2850.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Technikon Natal, 1999.The purpose of this placebo-controlled study was to evaluate the efficacy of the homoeopathic simillimum treatment in halitosis in terms of the volatile sulphur compounds being measured objectively by the portable sulphide monitor and subjectively by organoleptic measurement\x87
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Louw, Natasha. "A clinical trial to establish the effectiveness of homoeopathic treatment in conjunction with rational behaviour therapy in the treatment of dysthymic and adjustment disorder." Thesis, 2003. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2689.
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Thesis submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy at the Technikon Natal, 2003.This was a double blind clinical trial, which included both quantitative and qualitative methods of analyses. A placebo group was compared with a treatment group, in order to establish whether or not homoeopathic treatment of dysthymic and adjustment disorder, in conjunction with rational behaviour therapy, altered patient score ratings in terms of the beck depression and yupi inventories. In depth interviews where conducted with each of the participants and content analysis was performed on each individual file.
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Ferguson, Glenn. "A comparison of the efficacy of auricular acupuncture and homoeopathic treatment in smoking cessation." Thesis, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/10597.
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M.Tech. (Homoeopathy)The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of homoeopathic hetero-isotherapeutic treatment to auricular acupuncture in smoking cessation. The study was a clinical trial, in which the two different treatment forms were compared. The study required sixty participants. The participants were paired and randomly divided into two groups. The first group received homoeopathic treatment, whilst the second group received auricular acupuncture treatment. The study took place over a six-week period, in which each participant completed a one-week screening period before and after the four-week treatment period began. During the initial consultation, participants were required to complete a questionnaire under the researcher's supervision. The questionnaire included the Fagerstrom tolerance test to determine the participant's dependence on nicotine. Each participant recorded a daily cigarette consumption log before, during and after treatment. Median values of the daily cigarette consumption were calculated and then statistically analysed. Prior to treatment, no significant different in daily cigarette consumption was found between the two groups. Consequent to treatment, both the auricular acupuncture group and the homoeopathic hetero-isotherapeutic group were found to show a significant decrease in the number of cigarettes smoked. At 6 weeks the cessation rate for the homoeopathic hetero-isotherapeutic group was 20%, and that of the auricular acupuncture group was 16.7%. Although there was no statistical difference between the two groups after treatment, the homoeopathic hetero-isotherapeutic treatment group showed a 3.3% improvement over the auricular acupuncture group. From the results, it was apparent that both the auricular acupunture treatment and the homoeopathic hetero-isotherapeutic treatment were effective in smoking cessation.
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Tshabalala, Thobile. "The efficacy of a homoeopathic Similasan Nasal Allergy Relief Spray® in the management of allergic rhinitis in terms of the CARAT questionnaire." Thesis, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2898.
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Submitted in partial compliance with requirements for Master`s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, 2017.Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a symptomatic disorder of the nose characterized by inflammation of the nasal mucosa. It consists of a group of disorders that are all typified by the presence of one or more of the following: nasal itching, congestion, sneezing and rhinorrhoea (Wallace et. al., 2008). Allergic rhinitis can result in decreased quality of life, decreased sleep quantity, obstructive sleep apnoea and impaired performance at work and school (Blaiss, 2010: 375-380). According to Small and Kim (2011) allergic rhinitis (AR) is the most common allergic condition and one of the most common of all minor afflictions. It affects between 10- 20% of all people in the United States, and the prevalence of the disorder is increasing. This may result in significant impairment to quality of life, sleep and work performance (Small and Kim 2011). A therapeutic goal for patients suffering from allergic rhinitis is to prevent or minimise symptoms, using treatment with minimal effects or no side effects and of reasonable expenses, so that patients may maintain a normal life style (DiPiroet al.2002). Homoeopathy is a complete system of medicine developed by German physician and chemist, Dr Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843). It is based on the following theories, first the doctrine of signature that disease is curable by those drugs which produce effect on the body similar to the symptoms of the disease “similia similibus currantur”; second that the effects of the drug are increased by giving it in a minute dose, which is obtained by dilution or trituration to an extreme limit and thirdly the notion that chronic disease are only manifestation of suppressed itch or psora (Ernst 2016). Similasan Nasal Allergy Relief Spray® is commercially available as a homoeopathic nasal spray. It is based on the principle of "let likes cure likes" or the Law of Similars. According to the company, this product is 100% natural, and contains active ingredients with non-drowsy effects which relieves allergic congestion, itching and runny nose, and it is preservative free (Similasan Corporation 1999-2015). Similasan Nasal Allergy ReliefSpray® mist gently stimulates the body's natural ability to relieve allergic congestion, itchy, runny nose and rhinitis caused by pollen, pet dander, dust and mould spores. Furthermore, the Similasan Nasal Allergy ReliefSpray® mists is non-habit forming and will not cause reliance or a rebound effect. The ingredients are: Cardiospermum 6X, Galphimiaglauca 6X, Luffa operculata 6X, Sabadilla 6X (SimilasanCoorporation 1999-2015). The aim of this double-blind randomised controlled study is to determine the efficacy of the homoeopathic Similasan Nasal Allergy Relief Spray® in the management of allergic rhinitis. Outcomes were monitored using questionnaires and a daily log book. This was a quantitative study which included thirty participants suffering from allergic rhinitis. Participants volunteered to participate in the study, were over the age of eighteen and consented to the procedure of the study. Participants involved in the research study were randomly divided into treatment group and placebo group. The treatment group received Similasan Nasal Allergy Relief Spray® and the placebo group received a saline nasal spray. The research study was conducted over a period of four weeks at the Durban University of Technology Homoeopathic Day Clinic. Participants were instructed to rate their symptoms before, during and after taking treatment (Appendix, C and D). The parametric test used in this study was Independent Samples T- Test. Non-parametric tests included ANOVA and Pearson chi-square. Rhinorrhoea, sneezing, itching of the eyes and nasal congestion showed a statistically significant results but some of the participant’s symptoms deteriorated after a period of improvement. This research determined that Similisan Nasal Allergy Relief Spray ® didn’t have a significant effect in treating allergic rhinitis in terms of the CARAT questionnaire.
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Shabangu, Nondumiso. "The efficacy of a homoeopathic complex (Nux moschata D6, Phosphoricum acidum D30, Helleborus niger D6, Opium D30) in management of excessive daytime sleepiness." Thesis, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/3050.
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Submitted in partial compliance with the requirements of the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, 2018.Background : Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is the inclination or compulsion to fall asleep whilst intending to stay awake; it is believed to negatively affect occupational and social functioning and may be a predisposition towards accidents (Hayley et al. 2014), low productivity and interpersonal problems (Fong et al. 2005). Excessive daytime sleepiness is one of the most common sleep-related symptoms and it affects an estimated 20% of the population (Pagel .2009). The causes of EDS are numerous and include intrinsic sleep disorders (e.g. narcolepsy, obstructive apnoea/ hypopnea syndrome, idiopathic hypersomnia), and extrinsic disorders (Banerjee et al. 2004). Sleep deprivation is probably the most common cause of excessive daytime sleepiness. This clinic trial intended to evaluate the effectiveness of a homoeopathic complex (Nux moschata D6, Phosphoricum acidum D30, Helliborus niger D6, Opium D30) in the management of EDS in terms of the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (Johns, 1991) and Stanford Sleepiness Scale (Hoddes et al. 1973). And this randomised, double-blind placebo controlled study also aimed to provide a safe and effective alternative therapy for EDS. Aim of the study : The objective of this study was to determine the efficacy of a homoeopathic complex (Nux moschata D6, Phosphoricum acidum D30, Helliborus niger D6, Opium D30) and placebo in the management of EDS in terms of the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) and the Stanford Sleepiness Scale (SSS). Materials and Methodology : A sample group of 35 participants was selected voluntarily to conduct the study on basis of the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The participants were than randomly divided into two groups; a treatment group consisting of 23 participants and a placebo group consisting of 12 participants. Each participant had to attend three consultations in total with the researcher over a period of four weeks at the Durban University of Technology (DUT) Homoeopathic Day Clinic. At the first consultation a comprehensive case history (appendix F) was taken and physical examination (appendix E) was performed by the researcher but no medication was handed at that point. At each consultation the participants with the help of the researcher completed the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), and the seven days’ baseline Stanford Sleepiness Scale (SSS) was handed to the participants at the first and second consultation which the participants completed without the help of the researcher throughout the trial till their last consultation. Results : Results from the two measuring tools were statistically analysed with SPSS version 24.0. the participant’s level of sleepiness improved in both the treatment group and the placebo group. Intra-group analyses of ESS means revealed that both groups improved significantly over time, intergroup ANOVA analysis however revealed no significant differences between the groups. Section analyses however using the Fisher’s Exact Tests did reveal statistically significant differences within certain variables at some points of the study. Intra-group analyses of SSS data revealed no statistically significant change in SSS scores over the three weeks in both the Homoeopathic Complex and the Placebo Groups, as well as the Inter-group Fischer’s Exact tests revealed no statistically significant differences between the groups. Conclusion : Barring a few exceptions described in Chapter 4 & 5 it can be concluded from the results of the study that statistically the Homoeopathic complex (Nux moschata D6, Phosphoricum acidum D30, Helliborus niger D6, Opium D30) was not superior to placebo in the treatment of EDS. The data shows that both the Homoeopathic Complex and the placebo interventions had a positive effect on EDS and were effective in improving the level of excessive daytime Sleepiness. Irrespective of the general lack of statistical significance between groups a closer analysis of the intragroup and inter-group data does reveal a trend suggesting clinical significance in support of the effectiveness of the homoeopathic complex in the treatment of EDS however this needs to be further explored and confirmed in subsequent studies.
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Monteiro, Vânia Reis. "Relatório de Estágio e Monografia intitulada "Aconselhamento Farmacêutico em Homeopatia"." Master's thesis, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/10316/99055.
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Relatório de Estágio do Mestrado Integrado em Ciências Farmacêuticas apresentado à Faculdade de FarmáciaAo longo do tempo, tem-se verificado um aumento do interesse pelas Medicinas Complementares e Alternativas (MCA), sendo a homeopatia uma das mais utilizadas. Surgiu no século XVIII através do médico alemão, Samuel Hahnemann, e até hoje diferencia-se pelos princípios em que se baseia – similitude, infinitesimalidade e globalidade.Os medicamentos homeopáticos foram demonstrando vantagens em relação aos medicamentos convencionais no que diz respeito à toxicidade, aos efeitos adversos e às interações medicamentosas. Ganhando cada vez mais utilizadores em toda a Europa, foi necessária a implementação de regulamentação específica para a introdução no mercado dos medicamentos homeopáticos em qualquer Estado-Membro, de forma a promover-se a circulação segura dos mesmos. No entanto, grande parte da comunidade científica aponta falhas na demonstração de plausabilidade e de eficácia da homeopatia.Apesar da controvérsia gerada, que leva a uma divisão de opiniões bem vincada, cabe aos farmacêuticos garantirem que o doente é informado de forma correta e completa sobre qualquer terapêutica ou medicamento, contribuindo para a sua saúde e bem-estar. Relativamente à homeopatia, o papel ético dos farmacêuticos passa pela precisão e imparcialidade dos aconselhamentos, que devem ser sempre acompanhados de dados atualizados correspondentes aos estudos que têm sido feitos em torno dos medicamentos homeopáticos.Para que se forneçam dados verdadeiros, atualizados e confiáveis sobre os medicamentos homeopáticos é fundamental que a homeopatia seja encarada como uma área de interesse para os farmacêuticos. Incluí-la no plano de estudos de todas as faculdades de farmácia promovia uma atualização e o desenvolvimento de conhecimentos e de competências permanente, tornando jovens farmacêuticos capacitados para auxiliar o paciente na decisão sobre os medicamentos homeopáticos, através do fornecimento de informações pertinentes.
Over time, there has been an increase in interest in Complementary and Alternative Medicines (CAM), with homeopathy being one of the most used. It appeared in the 18th century with the German physician, Samuel Hahnemann, and to this day it is distinguished by the principles on which it is based – similarity, infinitesimality and globality.Homeopathic medicines have demonstrated advantages over conventional medicines with regard to toxicity, adverse effects and drug interactions. With more and more users across Europe, it was necessary to implement specific regulations for the market introduction of homeopathic medicines in any Member State, in order to promote their safe circulation. However, a large part of the scientific community points out flaws in demonstrating the plausibility and efficacy of homeopathy.Despite the controversy generated, which leads to a clear division of opinions, it is up to pharmacists to ensure that patients are correctly and completely informed about any therapy or medication, contributing to their health and well-being. Regarding homeopathy, the ethical role of pharmacists involves the accuracy and impartiality of counseling, which must always be accompanied by updated data corresponding to the studies that have been carried out on homeopathic medicines.In order to provide true, up-to-date and reliable data on homeopathic medicines, it is essential that homeopathy is seen as an area of interest for pharmacists. Including it in the syllabus of all college of pharmacy promoted an ongoing update and development of knowledge and skills, making young pharmacists capable of assisting patients in deciding on homeopathic medicines, by providing pertinent information.
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Poolman, Emmerentia Christina. "The homoeopathic treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis." Thesis, 1994. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2807.
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A dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Diploma in Technology: Homoeopathy at Technikon Natal, 1994.The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of simillimum and allergen treatment to patients allergic to mixed grass pollens in terms of patients' responses to RAST and patients' percept ion of the effectiveness of treatment in order to identify key issues calling for the selection of the most effective method of treatment.
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BAŠTÝŘOVÁ, BRUTOVSKÁ Anna. "Využití homeopatie v chovu koní." Master's thesis, 2015. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-188485.
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The main aim of the diploma thesis is to compare the effectivity of homeopathy and classic chemical way of deworming of horses. In total 18 horses were included in the observation, who were all stabled on one farm. The observation took place during one pasture season. The first faecal examination was carried out for the purpose of qualitative analysis of occurrence of parasites in horses' digestive tract. Subsequently, each faecal examination was realized as a quantitative analysis using the modified McMaster technique. Faecal analysis was carried out always before and after the use of both dewormers (homeopathic and allopathic). The horses treated with homeopathic dewormer were tested more frequently. Faecal sample diagnostics showed contamination by only two types of parasites, small and large strongyles. Coprology analysis proved excellent effectivity of allopathic dewormers and zero resistance to the active substance. The homeopathic dewormer managed to keep some horses at low level infection, where EPG was below 200 (eggs per gram). The effectivity of both dewormers was realized in three cases. Faecal analysis after anthelmintic treatment was chosen in the first case. In the second case the difference between the two dewormers was analyzed after a given period of time following the application. In the third case the overall differences between both dewormers were assessed. It can be stated that the homeopathic dewormer PVB etat vermieux can be successfully used as supplementary and prophylactic treatment of horses during the year. At the same time it is important to give attention to regular faecal analysis and eventual use of allopathic dewormers after the testing. The use of homeopathy, however, is advantageous from both the ecological and health point of view.
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Von, Bardeleben Caron Lee. "A survey of the perception of homoeopathy amongst parents of children aged 3 to 7 years old at pre primary schools in the Pinetown district." Thesis, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/533.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for a Masters Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, 2009.Introduction More and more people are becoming concerned about the effects of drugs, particularly in relation to children. There is an alternative in homoeopathy (Speight, 1983). Families need more options. Homoeopathy is a wonderful option because homoeopathic remedies are safe, cause no side effects or allergic reactions, and are inexpensive. They are easy to use because they taste good and above all, they are curative, not suppressive (Ullman, 1992). It was therefore necessary to determine the perception or perceptions towards homoeopathy as a treatment method and in terms of a primary health care option. The study population selected for this research is required to attend pre primary school in the Pinetown district. This district was chosen for the diversity in race, religion, and socio-economic factors, as well as the mixture of both rural and urban areas in this district. Purpose/Aim The purpose of this survey was to assess the perception, extent of knowledge and general understanding of as well as misconceptions about homoeopathy, including attitudes towards homoeopathy as a primary health care option in order to determine possible needs for homoeopathic services. The aim of this study is to develop and improve the knowledge and general understanding of homoeopathy and the perception towards the profession of homoeopathy amongst the general public by means of an information pamphlet (Appendix E). Methodology The research instrument used was a quantitative questionnaire (Appendix A), aimed at parents of children aged 3 to 7 years old in pre primary schools in the Pinetown district , as laid out by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education – map version 2 October 2007 (Appendix H and I) EduAction (2007). It was introduced to the principals of randomly selected (stratified random sampling method was used) pre primary schools (Appendix J) of the Pinetown district, and arrangements were made with those principals for distribution and collection of the completed questionnaires. The questionnaire was adapted from Moys, (1998) Small, (2005) Paruk, (2006) and Khoosal, (2007). Anonymity was maintained as no names, addresses or other information was required, thereby preventing identification of the respondents. The data accumulated was evaluated and analyzed statistically using the SPSS® version 15.0 for Windows™ and Excel® XP™. According to statistician Tonya Esterhuizen, a p-value <0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Comparisons between demographics and areas were achieved using Pearson‟s chi-square tests. Descriptive analysis involved frequency tables showing counts and percentages of categorical variables. Bar or pie charts were used to show responses graphically. The profession can then use this information to decide what steps can be taken to rectify the misconceptions, improve general knowledge and attitudes towards homoeopathy; through education, media, community talks and the like. This information can also be used to plan for the necessary services required for the children (Khoosal, 2007). Results Of the 1400 questionnaires distributed, 508 questionnaires 36.3% from 13 different schools (Appendix J) were completed and considered evaluative. Not every question was answered on every questionnaire giving rise to some results that do not tally. Respondents answered questions on the extent of knowledge and general understanding (as well as misconceptions) regarding homoeopathy and it was found that more than half 56.1% had heard of homoeopathy. Of the sample, 22.7% had previously taken their child to a homoeopath for treatment, and the level of satisfaction with homeopathic treatment was 48.6%. According to the respondents 40.9% of children were in good health, while 33.9% was in excellent health and 24% in reasonable health. As anticipated a number of the respondents were unsure of the various roles of a homoeopath or did not know enough to comment. While 46% thought homoeopaths emphasize a healthy lifestyle, 45% thought that homoeopaths boost the immune system and 39% thought they prescribe plant extracts. Over half (51.2%) thought that homoeopathy had a valid scientific basis. And 32.4% agreed that homoeopathy takes longer to work than orthodox medicine although most (42.4%) were unsure about this question. On analyzing the attitudes towards homoeopathy as a primary health care option only 12.8% of respondents would contact a homoeopath if their child were ill. Most would contact a General Practitioner (GP) (61.3%). The majority (65.6%) thought homoeopathic treatment should be available in hospitals and clinics. While 40% saw homoeopathy as preventative medicine, 37.6% saw it as supportive and 35.7% as first choice treatment. On analyzing the conditions for which respondents would seek homoeopathic treatment, allergies ranked highest (43.5%) for which they would seek treatment, while hay fever was second (38.1%), followed by eczema (37.6%). The condition that was least agreed on was toothache (11.3%). A small percentage (3%), of respondents had a religious objection to seeking treatment from a homoeopath. Conclusion It can be concluded from the study that more than half of the public surveyed (56.1%) were aware of homoeopathy but levels of understanding and knowledge were lower than expected even where there had been partial experience with a practitioner. More detailed education on this modality of medicine is required in order to improve exposure to homoeopathy and to allow more informed decisions. It can also be concluded that a majority of respondents (65.6%) are in favour of homoeopathy having a place in primary health care. This study actually found that 65.6% of respondents felt that homoeopathy should be available in hospitals and clinic – this may not mean as a primary health service, but perhaps as an available alternative.
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Aboobaker, Raeesa. "A comparison of the efficacy of two homoeopathic interventions in the treatment of primary hypertension in adult females." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/668.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, 2011.Hypertension is a serious problem in South Africa, affecting 18.8 percent of women (South African Demographic and Health Survey, 2003), prompting investigation into treatment. In total, approximately 6.1 million people suffer from Hypertension in South Africa. AIM The purpose of this double-blind study was to evaluate the efficacy of the Homoeopathicsimillimum and a Homoeopathic complex (Aurummetallicum6CH, Lachesismuta6CH, Natrummuriaticum6CH, and Veratrum album 6CH) in the treatment of Primary Hypertension in adult females. METHODOLOGY A minimum of 30 patients were recruited and were selected on the basis of specified inclusion and exclusion criteria, and randomly divided into two equal groups by the research supervisor, with the first group receiving the Homoeopathic simillimum andthe second group receiving the Homoeopathic complex.The initial consultation took place at the Durban University of Technology or at the Umlazi Medical Centre after obtaining informed consent from the patients (Appendix D).A detailed case history was taken, followed by a complete physical examination, including blood pressure readings and cardiovascular system examinations. Follow up consultations occurred weekly for a period of four weeks to record blood pressure readings, any changes in the general health and well being of the participants, in order to prescribe more medicines if needed. A mercury sphygmomanometer and a Littmann Classic 2 stethoscope were the tools of measurement and was used according to the method outlined by Bates (2007), which states that an accurate measurement of blood pressure is dependent on the appropriate cuff size of the sphygmomanometer and whether the type of gauge used needs to be calibrated or not. SPSS version 18 was used to analyse the data. A p value <0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Repeated measures ANOVA tests were done to compare the blood pressures over time between the treatment groups. Specific remedies used at each time point were described by treatment group. Potencies of the remedies were compared within each remedy between the treatment groups using Pearson’s chi square tests. RESULTS Within each of the two treatment groups there was a highly significant decrease in systolic blood pressure over time (p<0.001). This means that both treatments were effective at lowering systolic blood pressure. Within each of the two treatment groups there was a highly significant decrease in diastolic blood pressure over time (p=0.001 and p<0.001 respectively). This means that both treatments were effective at lowering diastolic blood pressure. Systolic and diastolic blood pressures at five time points were compared between the two treatment groups using repeated measures ANOVA. There was an overall significant change over time in both groups (p<0.001), but the change over time was not different according to treatment groups (p=0.355). The decrease in systolic blood pressure over time was nearly identical in the two groups as the profiles are almost parallel. Therefore in terms of systolic blood pressure there was no statistical evidence for one treatment being more beneficial than the other. There was an overall significant change over time in both groups (p<0.001) but the change over time was not different according to treatment groups (p=0.187). The decrease in diastolic blood pressure over time was almost the same rate in both groups as the profiles are almost parallel. Therefore in terms of diastolic blood pressure there was no statistical evidence for one treatment being more beneficial than the other. CONCLUSION The results of the study led to the conclusion that both the simillimum and complex treatments were effective at reducing blood pressure over time, but there was no evidence that one treatment was more beneficial than the other, since the rates of change over time in systolic and diastolic blood pressure were similar in both treatment groups.
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Couchman, Kate. "A survey of the opinions and interventions of registered South African homoeopaths, regarding childhood vaccinations." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/659.
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Mini-dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, 2011.Introduction This descriptive, quantitative perception survey aimed to determine the opinions and treatment regimes of registered South African homoeopaths, regarding childhood vaccinations. Purpose / Aim The purpose of this survey was to determine if there is a coherent treatment protocol amongst homoeopaths when dealing with childhood vaccinations. Methodology The researcher used a questionnaire (Appendix B), aimed at homoeopaths registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA), as primary health care practitioners, to view their patient management techniques regarding vaccinations. This study aimed to document the intervention protocols offered concurrently or as an alternative to orthodox vaccinations. A participant information letter (Appendix A) and a questionnaire (Appendix B) were faxed or e-mailed to all homoeopaths. After a two week time lapse, an independent third party contacted the participants who had not returned the questionnaires to ensure they had received the questionnaire. A further 2 weeks were allowed to lapse for the return of the outstanding questionnaires, after which time the non-complying candidates were excluded from the study. v Anonymity was maintained as the 93 completed questionnaires were returned to the third party. All personal details were removed before the researcher was allowed access to the questionnaires. The data accumulated was evaluated and statistically analyzed using Pearson’s chi-square tests, frequency tables, bar charts, analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Bonferroni post hoc multiple comparison tests. A p-value <0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results Polio was the only disease that participants felt should be vaccinated against (40%) and only 10.1% of participants rated vaccinations as very important. Half (55.3%) of the participants thought there was not enough scientific proof that vaccinations prevent infectious disease. The participants rated improved sanitization (82.9%); nutrition (72%); access to healthcare (65%); healthcare (64.6%) and education (64.2%) as the most important interventions contributing to the decline of infectious diseases. Conclusions The assumption that most homoeopaths disagree with vaccinations held true as 72% of the participants were not in favor of vaccinations. However, 44.4% felt that the risks of vaccinations did not outweigh the benefits. Results indicate that the majority of participants did not support the use of vaccinations although their treatment protocols and general opinions regarding vaccinations varied tremendously. vi In conclusion, the homoeopathic profession can use this information to decide what steps should be taken to rectify any misconceptions, improve general knowledge and attitudes regarding homoeopaths’ opinions and intervention protocols with regards to childhood vaccinations.
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Goote, Chryso. "A comparison of symptoms derived from a C4 trituration and the materia medica of an existing, well-proven homoeopathic remedy." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/670.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Masters Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, 2011.C4 trituration provings are a somewhat controversial method of uncovering the therapeutic value of homoeopathic remedies. The key advantage of this method over traditional proving methods is that a substance can be proved in a matter of hours, rather than weeks or months. However there is a lack of research to show whether the results of the two methods are comparable. AIM The aim of this study is to establish whether symptoms elicited in a C4 trituration proving are comparable to symptoms produced in traditional provings of the same substance. If a similarity can be demonstrated – even on a single substance – it may encourage further studies to determine the extent to which C4 provings can be used in association with, or instead of, traditional provings as a means of developing homoeopathic remedies. METHOD Ten triturators were recruited from an existing group of experienced triturators to prove an unknown substance. Data were harvested from debriefing sessions and from notes kept by triturators during the sessions, and these were transcribed and converted to rubrics. An unprejudiced repertorisation was undertaken in an (unsuccessful) attempt to identify the substance before unblinding. After the substance was revealed to be Borax, the rubrics from the C4 proving were statistically compared to rubrics associated with Borax in Radar 9.0, the electronic version of the repertory Synthesis: Repertorium Homoeopathicum Syntheticum (2004), which reflects traditional provings of this substance. The statistical comparison of rubrics was performed in SPSS; a Pearson Chi-Square test was applied to establish statistical significance; and a Cramer's V test was used to determine the strength of that association. RESULT The comparison failed to find a significant correlation between the rubrics from the C4 proving of Borax and traditional provings of the same substance. At a chapter level, there were significant associations between symptoms relating to Hearing and Kidneys but, for reasons discussed at length in the report, these results must be treated with circumspection. CONCLUSION While C4 provings are faster than the traditional method, as refined by Sherr, in view of the above findings it cannot be recommended that C4 provings be considered as a means of developing homoeopathic remedies instead of traditional provings, because C4 provings would not produce a complete symptom picture. RECOMMENDATIONS Recommendations arising from the study include that the exercise should be repeated with a different substance and group of provers, preferably with confidential debriefing of participants (as opposed to group debriefing, which is the norm for C4 provings), to verify these findings.
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Hansa, Fatima. "The efficacy of a complementary formulation of Folliculinum D6 and Five-Flower Formula, in the treatment of menopausal symptoms." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/694.
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Menopausal symptoms are common causes for women to seek treatment. The severity of symptoms vary from patient to patient and reduces the quality of life for many women. Most women reach menopause between the ages of 45 and 55, some not until 60 and some at an early age in their thirties or forties (Stoppler, 2008).
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This study aimed to offer an alternative form of treatment for women that are experiencing the unpleasant symptoms that are experienced with menopause, since hormone replacement therapy, may have adverse effects in some women (Wang-Cheng, 2007).
This double-blind placebo controlled study investigated the efficacy of a complementary formulation of Folliculinum D6 and Five-Flower Formula™, (Folliculinum D6, Rock Rose, Impatiens, Clematis, Star of Bethlehem, Cherry Plum ) in the treatment of menopausal symptoms in terms of participants’ perception of the treatment.
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This formula is currently available commercially as an unregistered product trading under the name of Femme Rosa. This formula was developed by Dr Maharaj, and is prepared by Natura®. The formula consists of Folliculinum D6 and Five-Flower Formula™.
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A total of 60 female participants who were going through natural menopause and currently experiencing menopausal symptoms took part in the study. They were randomly assigned according to the randomization sheet drawn up by the supervisor, 29 participants to the treatment group and 31 to the placebo group.
The study was conducted over a period of six weeks and participants were required to attend two consultations at the Homoeopathic Day Clinic at the Durban University of Technology. Participants were recruited according to the inclusion criteria set out. During the first consultation the participants completed the Greene Climacteric Scale questionnaire and a concise case history was taken, thereafter each patient was handed two hot flush diaries to be completed one week before treatment and during the sixth week of treatment. Each participant was required to take one tablet every morning and evening for 6 weeks. Six weeks after the first consultation participants attended the second consultation and the Greene Climacteric Scale was completed for the final time and the hot flush diaries collected.
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The results of the first questionnaire and hot flush diary were used as a baseline for statistical analyses. As each group consisted of 29 and 31 subjects, non-parametric tests were used for data analysis. All statistical analyses were carried out using SPSS version 15.0.
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An improvement was demonstrated in both treatment and placebo groups after treatment yet this improvement was not statistically significant.
The only symptoms that improved in the treatment group were the hot flushes and psychological symptoms however, there were no significant differences between the treatment and placebo group.
It was concluded that the complementary formulation of Folliculinum D6 and Five-Flower Formula™ was not statistically effective in the treatment of menopausal symptoms in terms of the participants’ perception of the treatment.
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Kidd, Dominique Michelle. "A study of the factors involved in establishing a successful homoeopathic practice in South Africa." Thesis, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/666.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, 2011.Recent homoeopathic graduate studies (Babaletakis, 2006 and Sweidan, 2007) indicate that the majority of qualified Homoeopaths are currently practicing yet are experiencing many difficulties along the way. These setbacks are largely related to financial stresses and the difficulties experienced with regards to maintaining a practice. However, a minority of successful homoeopaths that have managed to overcome these difficulties have been identified. AIM This study aimed to identify a minimum of nine successful homoeopaths, and, through an in-depth interview discover their views on success and how they have managed to build up viable practices. The study aimed to identify the factors contributing to the success of these Homoeopathic practices and establish relationships that may have existed between these factors. METHODOLOGY This research was conducted in a qualitative manner, following an ethnographic approach, which also guided the method of data analysis. It was thus a descriptive, case study research design. Interviewees/subjects were selected through snowball sampling. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with each subject, in which the researcher followed an interview guideline. These interviews were recorded and analysed conceptually. All the transcribed interviews were then further organised by using the software programme NVivo 8.0. which allowed for the process of coding. iv RESULTS Common themes as related to success emerged from the data that was collected. Further analysis revealed links between certain factors that had been identified within the themes. The results reflected that honesty and the ability to listen and understand people, together with perseverance and determination, were qualities that enabled these homoeopaths to achieve success. It was evident that valuing oneself as a practitioner and thus charging accordingly, as well as minimising overheads where possible, all contributed to the viability of the practice. The use of modalities impacted on financial gain and was found to enhance patient numbers. Availability, success of healing and an interactive practitioner - patient relationship was also found to have an effect on patient base stability and size. Burnout was identified as being related to the balance in a practitioner’s lifestyle. A high self-esteem coupled with a good support structure, were factors that minimised burnout. Continued professional development was important to these practitioners as evidently one’s knowledge was seen to have an impact on confidence, patient numbers and thus overall success as a healer. CONCLUSION Success has been attributed to many factors in this study, many of which are interlinked. These findings have provided valuable insight into a successful homoeopathic career.
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ŠEJBOVÁ, Tereza. "Výskyt endoparazitů u koní a možnosti prevence." Master's thesis, 2018. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-376334.
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The aim of the diploma thesis is the analysis of the occurrence of endoparasites in horses and proposing prevention options using unconvential products and pasture management. In total 20 horses were included in the observation, who were all stabled on one farm. The observation took place during on pasture season. The first faecal examination was carried out for purpose of quantitative determination of parasites using the modified McMaster technique. The faecal analysis was carried out always before and after use of the homeopatihc and allopathic preparation. Horses were found to be infected by strongylides. Coprological analysis proved resistence to pyrantel embonate in 25 % of horses. After subsequent homeopathic treatment, the efficacy of this preparation was found in several horses, with EPG (eggs per gram) not exceeding 200. The effect of season on the rate of infection was monitored, when the effect of season wasn´t statiscially confirmed (p = 0,28). In assessing the effect of age on the intensity of infection, it was confirmed that older horses had lower parasitic infection rates than the young horses. After administration of active substance ivermectin to both groups of horses, a significant difference was observed when using this active substance against pyrantel embonate, which showed an excellent effect in 95 % horses. The homeopatic preparation of PVB etat vermieux can be used as an aditional preventive treatment during the year in horses that are sensitive to it. At the same time, it is important to regularly perform coprological faecal analysis and suitably choose an allopathic remedy, it is important to focus on preventive measures in horse breeding and pasture.
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Govender, Yamantha. "Perceptions of homoeopathy graduates of Durban University of Technology (previously Technikon Natal) with regard to research as a component of the degree." Thesis, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/513.
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Mini-dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, 2009.Anecdotal evidence suggests that students perceive the research component of the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy (M.Tech: Homoeopathy) qualification at Durban University of Technology (DUT) in a negative light, and as an unnecessary obstacle to the qualification and the practice of homoeopathy (Naude, 2008). One of the reasons for this negative perception is that in terms of the Homoeopathic programme, the only exit point is upon completion of the Master’s Degree. Although relevant status is awarded upon completion of N. Dip: Homoeopathy after the third year of study and B. Tech: Homoeopathy after the fourth year of study, no actual certificates/qualifications are awarded or issued nor can the student register/practice as a Homoeopath (Durban University of Technology, 2009). The Homoeopathic profession in South Africa is unique as there are very few professional qualifications which prescribe an obligatory Master’s level qualification in order to register and practice the respective profession. Due to the M.Tech: Homoeopathy being the only exit point in the Homoeopathy programme, every registered student must complete a Master’s dissertation in order to qualify and ultimately practice Homoeopathy in South Africa, this often results in students conducting research for the wrong reasons, without the genuine academic desire to do so or the maturity and skills required (Naude, 2008). According to the Education Department of South Africa (2007), the primary purposes of a Master’s Degree are to educate and train researchers who can contribute to the development of knowledge at an advanced level, or prepare graduates for advanced and specialised professional employment. A Master’s Degree must have a significant research component. iv The Education Department of South Africa (2007), states that a Master’s Degree may be earned in either of two ways: (1) by completing a single advanced research project, culminating in the production and acceptance of a thesis or dissertation, or (2) by successfully completing a course work programme requiring a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual independence and a research project, culminating in the acceptance of a dissertation. In the latter case, a minimum of 60 credits at level 9 must be devoted to conducting and reporting research. According to the Education Department of South Africa (2007), Master’s graduates must be able to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgements using data and information at their disposal and communicate their conclusions clearly to specialist and nonspecialist audiences. Graduates must be able to demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional or equivalent level, and continue to advance their knowledge, understanding and skills. Methodology A non-experimental descriptive survey was conducted to determine the perceptions of DUT M.Tech: Homoeopathy graduates with regards to research as a component of the degree. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed and 50 anonymous responses were obtained. Raw data was analysed using descriptive statistics and the relationships between variables tested for correlations. v Results 27% of practicing graduates felt that research had a direct benefit on their professional development. Graduates said that after completing research they felt more competent and gained more faith in their profession. 34% of graduates thought that research had a direct benefit on their personal development. Graduates felt that on the path of working towards a long term goal they had discovered that they possessed a significant amount of patience and will power. 40% of graduates agreed that research had no contribution to their personal and professional development as a Homoeopath. Although some graduates said they felt a “sense of accomplishment” upon completing research, other graduates argued that the delay in qualifying as a result of research contributed to the loss of income and valuable clinical knowledge. Conclusions and Recommendations The process of research is a multi–factorial problem. One has to look at each individual case in order to gain insight into how to best address respective problem areas in order to improve the process of research and reduce the delays in qualification. Many graduates expressed dissatisfaction at the inconsistent time factor, from conception of the research design, to awaiting both approval of the DUT 186 and finally the marking of the completed work. Some graduates felt that difficulties relating to the quality and quantity of supervision as well as poor patient/ participant compliance were the factors responsible for their delay in qualification. Many graduates reported that the previously limited Homoeopathic research budget left them compromised for scope, diversity and new ideas. vi It was recommended that future students insist on formal supervision contracts which clearly define issues such as accessibility and timeframes. It was also recommended that future students consider at least two supervisors, preferably one being an external supervisor with suitable specialist skills concerning the respective research study. Furthermore, it was recommended that future research should be designed around easily accessible target populations. The M.Tech: Homoeopathy programme is currently undergoing recurriculation; the new curriculum will be most likely implemented in 2011. A draft curriculum has been designed by academic staff of DUT and University of Johannesburg. The proposed new curriculum aims to addresse issues such as difficulties with research as well as solutions to these difficulties.
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Naicker, Dinesha. "An ontological analysis of the visual expression of water based homeopathic remedy, Natrum muriaticum, as droplet glass stain patterns." Thesis, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/1779.
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Submitted in partial compliance with the requirements of the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homeopathy, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, 2016.INTRODUCTION: The idea of the memory of water arose in the laboratory of immunologist, Jacques Benveniste in the late 1980s where his research into allergies took him deeper intotrying to find out how the smallest amount of a substance could affect an organism. He experimented with Homeopathy by using highly diluted antibodies in his basophil degranulation test. He observed that highly dilute biological agents were still able to trigger the relevant biological system. (Thomas, 2007) The memory of water is a controversial topic that requires more research to be properly understood and as such, it is the researcher’s aim to gain insight on the memory of water. METHODOLOGY: The purpose of this study was to examine the effect that the preparation of a Homeopathic remedy (Natrum muriaticum) has on water, as its solvent, using the glass stain analysis as outlined by Kroplin (2001). The possible ability of water to hold and store the memory of its solute, sodium chloride, was investigated. The results would be added to the critical reflection on current literature available. In an experimental double blind study, Kroplin’s glass stain method was used to analyse the following: The mother solution samples. The 9CH potency samples (within Avogadro’s constant). The 30CH potency samples (past Avogadro’s constant). As well as the water sample used to make the remedy as the control. The above four samples were supplied from the following two manufacturers: Durban University of Technology (DUT) manufactured by the researcher (appendix 2). Samples manufactured by one commercial homeo-pharmaceutical company, ParcevalPharmaceuticals (appendix 3). This research aimed to investigate, using homeo-pharmaceutical principles (dilution and succussion), the structural influence of a solute on water after the solution is diluted beyond Avogadro’s constant. Repetition of the 5 experiment in week six aimed to investigate the validity of expiry time proposed by the homeopathicpharmacopoeia. RESULTS: The stained picture patterns took on a consistent form of a starry night and the ‘stars’ seemed to increase in mass with potentisation suggesting that the homeopathic remedy manufacture process affects the outcome of the water’s form. Overall consistency in picture patterns between both experimenters suggesting minimal observer effect. The experiment was repeated to test expiry date and these pictures displayed degradation and thus seemed to offer validation towards homeopathic remedy expiration. Although abstract qualitative results, a notable difference in water control and potentised water samples offer enough evidence for further investigations.
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Tsolakis, Natalie. "The homeopathic treatment of primary dysmenorrhoea." Thesis, 1995. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/1867.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Diploma in Technology: Homeopathy, Technikon Natal, 1995.The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of homeopathic treatment on primary dysmenorrhoea in terms of patient's perception to the treatment. A sample of thirty patients was randomly chosen from the greater Durban area in response to advertisements that had been placed in various advertising media. They were then screened for the delimitations and sent to a registered gynaecologist for an internal examination and confirmatory diagnosis of primary dysmenorrhoea. Each patient then underwent a medical and homeopathic consultation and examination on the first day of their menstrual cycle, and a patient perception questionnaire was completed with the researcher so as to establish a baseline. The study followed a double-blind protocol with a neutral member dividing the sample into a control and treatment group. The treatment group received simillimum treatment in the form of a chronic remedy taken twice a week and one or two symptomatic remedies taken on a daily basis. The control group received placebo. For the duration of the eight month trial period, each patient was reassessed on their first day of their menstrual cycle to allow for any needed changes to their treatment regimen, and to allow for the patient's perception to the treatment to be recorded in the researcher's presence.
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Middleborough, Justin Brett. "The relative efficacy of evening primrose oil and low homoeopathic potency gamma linolenic acid in the management of attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in males age 5-13." Thesis, 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2788.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Masters Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy at the Durban Institute of Technology, 2004.The aim of the study was to evaluate the relative efficacy ofhomoeopathically prepared Gamma Linolenic acid (GLA) in comparison to supplementation of GLA, in the form of Evening Primrose oil, in the treatment of ADD/ ADHD with regard to inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. It was hypothesised that both the homoeopathically prepared GLA and the Evening Primrose oil would result in a substantial improvement in boys diagnosed with ADD/ ADHD and thus lead to their recommendation as an alternative to Methylphenidate hydrochloride (Ritalin\xAE) in the treatment ofthese disorders.
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Van, Schalkwyk Christiaan Johannes. "The physical properties of homoeopathic potencies in relation to their use." Thesis, 1998. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2765.
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Dissertation submitted in partial oomplianoe with the requirements for the Masters Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Homoeopathy at Technikon Natal, 1998.In this dissertation the physical properties of potencies in relation to their use is discussed. The investigation was divided into three: 1) Determination of the physical properties (surface tension and electro-conductivity) of the potencies, 2) Determination of which potencies are used most often (by means of a questionnaire), and 3) To try to find a collaboration between physical properties and use of potencies.
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Power, Sean Michael. "An appraisal of homoeopathic quinquagenimillesimal potencies of plumbum metallicum and stannum metallicum by means of nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy." Thesis, 1999. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2697.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Technikon Natal, 1999.The purpose of this study was to investigate the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectra of samples of LM6; LM14 and LM22 homoeopathic quinquagenimillesimal (LM) potencies of tin (Stannum metallicum), lead (Plumbum metallicum) and two lactose based controls: one control which is prepared by the means of potentisation and one control prepared without the means of potentisation. It was hypothesised that in terms of the effect of different substances (Stannum metallicum and Plumbum metallicum, and the lactose controls) and of different dilutions (LM6, LM14, LM22) of these substances that significant differences exist between the chemical shift and relative integration values of the CH3, CH2, OH and H20 signals of these homoeopathic substances.
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Sanjit, Rajeshree. "A repertorial comparison of the proving of a homoeopathic complex to the rubrics of the constitutent parts." Thesis, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/1780.
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Submitted in partial compliance with the requirements of the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy, Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, 2016.Aim The purpose of this research study was to compare the similarity and differences of the rubrics from a proving of a homoeopathic complex (Cinnabaris 12CH, Hydrastis canadensis 12CH and Kalium bichromicum 12CH) in order to establish whether the symptoms are similar to the individual constituents, or whether a new remedy is produced when individual remedies are combined. The research questions addressed by the study were: 1) Will the twelfth centesimal potency (12CH) of the homoeopathic complex produce clearly observable signs and symptoms in healthy provers? 2) Will the majority of signs and symptoms of the complex be similar to those of its constituent parts? Methodology The proving was a randomised double blind placebo controlled study involving 20 participants who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The provers were randomly assigned to either a verum (80%) or placebo group (20%). Provers recorded their symptoms in their journals for one week prior to administration of the proving complex in order to establish a baseline for comparison. The proving complex was in form of lactose granules dispensed in lactose powders. Provers were given six lactose powders, one powder to be taken sublingually three times a day or until symptoms occurred. The provers recorded all mental or physical symptoms experienced in their journals. Once the proving was completed the journals were collected and symptoms derived from the recordings were collated and analysed. This information was converted to materia medica and repertory format. The researcher then analysed each rubric in order to establish if any or all of the three remedies of the complex appeared in that rubric. This comparison reflected the number of rubrics that contained the individual remedies of the complex. In this way the researcher established the rubrics that were unique to the complex as a whole. vi Results A total of 337 rubrics were produced by the proving. The analysis of rubrics showed that 216 rubrics did not contain any of the three remedies; 72 rubrics contained at least one of the three remedies; 29 rubrics contained two of the three remedies; and 20 rubrics contained all three remedies. Eighteen new rubrics were identified. In analysing the symptoms elucidated, a definite polarity between symptoms was noted, including within the same prover. This was the case with mental and physical symptoms. A vast range of symptoms was produced, spanning 29 sections of the repertory, with the majority being physical, related to headaches were quite common amongst provers, pain in the abdominal region, pain in the extremities, eye symptoms such as lachrymation and pain, pain in the throat, chest and neck, skin eruptions. Sinusitis or rhinitis symptoms such as nasal itching, sinus congestion, nasal discharge and sneezing were observed. A significant change in appetite and thirst was seen. The main regions that had an affinity for the complex were the head, abdomen and extremities with pain as the main symptom. Conclusion The substance did produce signs and symptoms in the provers, so Research Question 1 was answered with a “Yes”. Only a small proportion (0.05%) of the rubrics from the proving contained all three constituent remedies, therefore Research Question 2 was answered with a “No”. The results show that although the proving symptoms shared a small degree of similarity to the constituent remedies, the complex as an entity formed its own individual picture.
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Singh, Varuna. "The use of pilocarpus jaborandi in the treatment of emotional palmar hyperhidrosis." Thesis, 1994. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/1976.
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A dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Diploma in Technology: Homoeopathy, Technikon NataI, 1994.The efficacy of Pilocarpus Jaborandi in the management of emotional palmar hyperhidrosis was studied. It was hypothesised that this homoeopathic drug would cause a significant decrease in sweat production rates. The study was double blinded and consisted of thirty treated patients, with fifteen patients in group and fifteen patients in the the placebo group. Patients were chosen by convenience sampling with no specifications of age or sex. The treated group received Pilocarpus Jaborandi 9 CH, and were instructed to take five pills on waking everyday for ninety days. The other group received a placebo also for ninety days. Quantification of the first day, on ninetieth day of sweat production was done on the forty-fifth day and treatment, by means of on the sweat collection tests. In each test sweat was
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Rautenbach, Hanli. "A study on the effect of a complex formula consisting of homoeopathic Thuja occidentalis DI and Baptisia tinctoria mother tincture on circulating leukocytes." Thesis, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/11492.
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M.Tech. (Homoeopathy)Baptisia tinctoria and Thuja occidentalis are reported to be immunostimulants, and thus have an effect on white blood cells. Little formal research has been done to demonstrate their effects on the different white cell populations. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of these substances on the circulating leukocytes, and to compare these effects to a placebo. An initial full blood count was conducted to establish a baseline level for each subject. The subjects were required to take 18.75 millilitres of the medication or placebo in split doses over a three-hour period. Thereafter, a second full blood count was taken at one-hour intervals. The medication appeared to cause an increase in the lymphocyte count, thus suggesting a possible indication for viral infection. There was an increase in both groups of the total WBC count as well as in the lymphocyte count, raising the question of what substance actually caused these changes to occur. Expansion of this study, including using a larger sample size and longer test period, may be required to validate these results.
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Storey, Robert. "The efficacy of homoepathic simillimum treatment in patients with hypercholestrolaemia in terms of the major cholestrol lipoproteins in the the blood." Thesis, 2000. http://hdl.handle.net/10321/2809.
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Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy at Technikon Natal, 2000.The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of homoeopathic simillimum treatment in patients with hypercholesterolaemia in terms of the major cholesterol lipoprotein fractions in blood. The desired outcome was to be a lowering of the total cholesterol (Te) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) levels as well as an increase in the high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) level.
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