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© 2012 Marci Mearns Chico Homeopathy

Chico Self-Care Homeopathy Study Group February 28, 2012 "Accidents & Injuries” 6 top remedies for home first-aid Facilitators Marci Mearns: 924-4883 www.ChicoHomeopathy.com Brittan Scott: 588-3757 www.Vitality-WellnessStudio.com Thank you!! Carol Albrecht & the Chico/Butte Chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation.

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Statement of Purpose The Chico Self-Care Homeopathy Study Group encourages & supports the study of homeopathy for improving the health and well-being of ourselves and our families. We understand that homeopathic medicines are classified as drugs by the FDA, and we do not promote or advocate their use beyond the care of our immediate families, or as a substitute for regular medical care. We are an independent study group, affiliated with the National Center for Homeopathy for the purpose of networking with similar groups.

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When is it OK to use homeopathy at home? • Non-emergency situations • On the way to the hospital • Acute illness (flu, cold, minor injuries) • Family members only (also pets & plants!)

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When is it NOT OK? • In place of proper emergency care • When your doctor says so • When you feel you’re “in over your head” • When under the care of a professional

homeopath (check first)

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• About Homeopathy How does it work? Have you noticed how the body wants to be well and whole? Cut skin heals, cells regenerate, infections are met and destroyed in our body without our even knowing. Homeopathy stimulates the body’s innate healing response as the remedy gently initiates the healing process, returning us to the vibrant state of wellbeing and health which is our birthright.

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Some History Nursing Corps from Metropolitan Homeopathic Hospital in New York City that was stationed in Roanne, France, in 1918.

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Now widely practiced in Europe, India, Latin America … even Asia & Africa! • The Queen has her own homeopath!

• African training programs empower local

practitioners • Treating animals

• Oscillococcinum: #1 Flu Remedy in France!

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Two kinds of homeopathic care Acute Care Self-care for yourself & your family. Alongside traditional medical care. Accidents, colds & coughs, flu, etc. Chronic care Consult a professional homeopath for chronic conditions, or when your home-treatments are not giving the desired results. Even if you’re not sick, visiting a trained homeopath for “constitutional” care can help build overall health.

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Homeopathy is system of healing based on ancient principles Hippocrates Greek physician 450 BC “Father of Medicine” Samuel Hahnemann German doctor 1755 - 1893 Founder of Homeopathy “The Organon of Medicine”

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#1 “Symptom similarity” Like cures like #2 “Less is More” Minimum Dose #3 “Release the cure” Potentization

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#1 “Like Cures Like” Symptom Similarity Hippocrates

“Through the like, disease is produced, and through the application of the like it is cured.”

Samuel Hahnemann

“Like cures like” Homeo = similar pathy = suffering

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#1 “Like Cures Like” Symptom Similarity Weepy eczema? Rhus-tox (Poison ivy) Allergies - watery eyes & Burning drip? / Allium cepa (Red onion) Can’t sleep? Thoughts won’t stop? / Coffea cruda (coffee) Nettle rash? / HOT water!!

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Accidents & Injuries 6 top remedies for home first-aid

•Rescue Remedy

•Arnica

•Aconite

•Hypericum

•Ledum

•Calendula

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Rescue Remedy “Flower Essence” combination discovered by Dr. Edward Bach. Soothes any SHOCK: emotional or physical. Comes in liquid, pellets, spray and cream. Use in combination with other remedies! Suggestions •Nightmares - sudden waking •Temper tantrum •Bad news •Wildlife rescue •Transplant shock; after pruning (on the wound). •Car crash •After witnessing something horrible (news, movie, etc.) Tips •If $$ is tight, buy the just dropper bottle. •Add 2-3 drops to water & sip as needed. •Direct from bottle for emergencies. •Add a few drops to any cream for skin, or dip a cloth in RR water. •RR cream is GREAT for anything on the surface of the skin (burn, abrasion, cut, splinter).

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Arnica Accidents Arnica montana - Mountain daisy Abbreviation: arn. FIRST REMEDY FOR TRAUMA •Injuries from blows, falls, blunt objects •Concussion •Bruising (feels as if beaten) •Denies he or she is ill or that anything is wrong. “Sends doctor away” “Don’t touch” Tips & Precautions •Gels & creams on UNBROKEN SKIN only. •Make in water to take before & after dentist. (with RR, Hypericum & Ledum) •Combo creams & gels for stiffness. •If it’s not helping - it’s not needed!! •Head Injuries - ALWAYS & ASAP.

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Aconite Quick Shock Aconitum napellus - monkshood, wolf's bane, leopard's bane (delphinium) Abbreviation: acon. Sudden Fear = Death PTSD •Ailments from fright •Sudden onset and intense symptoms •Intolerant of pain, fears will not recover •After exposure to cold, dry wind •Restless anxiety •Fearful of death • Tips •Whenever there is a sudden shock •First remedy for PTSD symptoms - can give years later with excellent results •Add to dental formula if especially fearful •ANYTHING that comes after exposure to cold, dry wind (cough, fever, cold, stiffness) •Fearful of death •Transplant shock (!)

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Hypericum Nerves Hypericum perforatum - St. John’s Wort Abbreviation: hyper. Injuries to nerves •“Arnica of the nerves” •Contusions, lacerations, puncture to parts rich in nerves •Pain sharp/shoots upward from wound •Injuries of spine/coccyx •Crushing injuries to the fingertips Tips Crushed nerve •“Arnica of the nerves” •Crushed fingertip •Suspected spinal cord injury (high pot) •Tailbone - any nerve-rich area •Dental “tonic”

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Ledum Puncture Ledum plaustre - Labrador tea Abbreviation: led. Puncture Wounds, Bites, Stings •Insect stings •Puncture wounds from sharp pointed objects •Bruises close to the bone (Black eye; shin) •Injured parts may be cold and relieved by cold applications TIPS Puncture Wounds, Bites, Stings •Step on a nail = LEDUM right away! •After tick bite (has been effective in treating Lyme disease) •Any insect or animal bite •After exposure to poison oak - low dose can prevent outbreak.

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Kent Lectures on Homeopathic Materia Medica •for punctured wounds study Ledum; •for lacerated wounds of sentient nerves, study Hypericum; •for bruises, study Arnica; •for open lacerations and cuts, study Calendula. James Tyler Kent, Great American Homeopath 1849-1916

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Calendula Repairs Skin Calendula officinalis - Pot marigold Abbreviation: calend. Smooths & heals broken skin •Wounds, abrasions, incisions •Promotes healing in infected wounds •Prevent infection •Astringent •Beautifies skin (!) Tips & Precautions •Calendula cream: any skin condition which requires some soothing agent •Heals the surface - DO NOT USE with deep wounds until healed from within. •Soothing for burns •Add flower petals to bath •Use tea as an acne or face wash

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Thank you! Next month’s meeting Monday, March 26th 6:00-7:30 pm

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