List of homeopathic terminologies and homeopathic abbreviations...

AAP	American Academy of Pediatrics
ABAI	American Board of Allergy and Immunology
ABFP	American Board of Family Practitioners
ABO	American Board of Otolaryngology
ABPN	American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
AK	Acupuncturist (Pennsylvania)
ANP	Adult Nurse Practitioner
AOBFP	American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians
AOBSPOMM	American Osteopathic Board of Special Proficiency in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
AP	Acupuncture Physician
ASG	Affiliated Study Group
BCFM	Forensic Examiner in Medicine Board Certified
BHMS	Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery
BHMS (Cal)	Bachelor in Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (Calcutta)
BSN	Bachelor of Science, Nursing
BVScAH	Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry
CA	Certified Acupuncturist
CAAPM	Clinical Associate of the American Academy of Pain Management
CAC	Certified Animal Chiropractor
CCD	Certification in Chronic Disease
CCH	Certified in Classical Homeopathy
CCN	Certified Clinical Nutritionist
CCSP	Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician
CHES	Certified Health Education Specialist
CHom	Certified Homeopath
CHt	Certified in Hypnotherapy
CNHP	Certified Natural Health Professional
CNM	Certified Nurse Midwife
CNP	Certified Nurse Practitioner
CNS	Certified Nutrition Specialist
CPM	Certified Professional Midwife
CRM	Certified Reiki Master
CRNP	Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
CRRN	Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
CSI	Certified SHEN Physioemotional Release Instructor
CSPOMM	Certified Specialty of Proficiency in Osteopathic Manipulation Medicine
CTHom	Certified Trained Homeopath (ESSH School of Homeopathy)
CVA	Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
CVC	Certified Veterinary Chiropractor
CVH	Certified Veterinary Homeopath
DAAPM	Diplomate of American Academy of Pain Management
DABFP	Diplomate of the American Board of Family Practice
DABHM	Diplomat of American Board of Homeopathic Medicine
DABIM	Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine
DAc	Diplomate in Acupuncture
DAc (RI)	Doctor of Acupuncture, Rhode Island
DAc (WV)	Doctor of Acupuncture, West Virginia
DACBN	Diplomate of American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition
DAch	Diplomate of Acupuncture
DAcu	Diplomate of Acupressure
DACVD	Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology
DC	Doctor of Chiropractic
DD	Doctor of Divinity
DN	Doctor of Natrology
DDS	Doctor of Dentistry
DHANP	Diplomate of the Homeopathic Academy of Naturopathic Physicians
DHom	Diploma/Homeopathy
DHM	Postgraduate Diploma of the British Institute of Homeopathy and Complementary Medicine
DHMS	Diploma in Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (India)
DHt	Diplomate in Homeotherapeutics
DIHom	Diploma of the British Institute of Homeopathy and Complementary Medicine
Dip NIH	Diploma in Homeopathy by National Institute of Homeopathy (Calcutta)
DMD	Doctor of Medical Dentistry
DN	Doctor of Natrology
DNBHE	Diplomate of the National Board of Homeopathic Examiners
DO	Doctor of Osteopathy
DOM	Doctor of Oriental Medicine
DPM	Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
DVM	Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
EMT	Emergency Medical Technician
FAAEM	Fellow of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine
FAAFP	Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practitioners
FAAP	Fellow of the Association of American Pediatrics
FACFAOM	Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Medicine
FACFO	Fellow of the American College of Foot Orthopedics
FACGP	Fellow of the American College of Family Practice
FACOG	Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
FAGD	Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry
FBIH	Fellow of the British Institute of Homeopathy
FCAH	Fellow of Canadian Academy of Homeopathy
FIACA	Fellow of the International Academy of Clinical Acupuncture
FIAOMT	Fellow of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
FICCMO	Fellow of the International College of Cranio Mandibular Orthopedics
FNP	Family Nurse Practitioner
GCEH	Graduate Course in Classical/Educational Homeopathy
HASG	Homeopathic Affiliated Study Group
HLL	Homeopathic Laymen's League
HMA	Homeopathic Medical Assistant
HMC	Homeopathic Master Clinician
HMD	Homeopathic Medical Doctor (Nevada)
HNC	Holistic Nurse Certified
HSG	Homeopathic Study Group
JD	Juris Doctorate
LAc	Licensed Acupuncturist
LCH	Licentiate of the College of Homeopathy (UK)
LCh	Licensed Chinen Herbologist LCSW
LCSW	Licensed Certified Social Worker
LicAc	Licensed Acupuncturist
LL	Laymen's League
LM	Licensed Midwife
LMT	Licensed Massage Therapist
LN	Licensed Nutritionist
LNC	Licensed Nutritionist Counselor
MD	Doctor of Medicine
MD(H)	Homeopathic Medical Doctor (Arizona)
MFCC	Marriage, Family and Child Counselor
MN	Master of Nursing
MNNP	Master of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner
MPH	Master of Public Health
MRCP	Master of Royal College of Physicians
MRCVS	Member of Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
MSEd	Master of Education
MSN	Master of Nursing
MSW	Master of Social Work
MTS	Master of Theological Studies
NCCA	National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists
ND	Doctor of Naturopathy
ND*	Doctor of Nursing
NM	Nurse Midwife
NMD	Doctor of Naturopathy
NP	Nurse Practitioner
OMD	Doctor of Oriental Medicine
PA	Physician Assistant
PA-C	Physician Assistant Certified
PhD	Doctor of Philosophy
PsyD	Doctor of Psychology
PT	Physical Therapist
RMT	Registered Massage Therapist
RN	Registered Nurse
RN-C	Registered Nurse Certified
RNCS	Registered Nurse Clinical Specialist
RN/NP	Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner
RPh	Registered Pharmacist
RPT	Registered Physical Therapist
RSHom (NA)	Certified by the North American Society of Homeopaths
SG	Study Group
TRS/CTRS	Therapeutic Recreational Specialist
VMD	Veterinary Medical Doctor

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Research Study Shows Effectiveness of Homeopathy in Insomnia

Submitted by Edward on Mon, 09/13/2010 - 14:18.

News Source: 

European Community for Homeopathy

Sentiment: 

Positive

News Date: 

September 13, 2010

Measurable effects of homeopathic medicines in insomnia

A research team at the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson (USA) recently examined the effects of one dose of placebo versus either Coffea Cruda 30c or Nux Vomica 30c in relatively healthy young adult human subjects with a past history of coffee-induced insomnia.
They used polysomnography (PSG), which can distinguish divergent findings, if present, between subjective sleep complaints and objective all-night sleep recording assessments in certain types of insomnia.
The authors refer to multiple studies on healthy animals that have shown measurable effects on sleep of three different homeopathic medicines at potencies prepared to a dilution past Avogadro’s number (Histamine, Coffea Cruda, and Nux Vomica) compared with placebo. In these studies each medicine at a 30c potency altered sleep patterns notably with differential effects on electroencephalographic delta frequency (0.5– 2.5 Hz) power during sleep, while other investigators have demonstrated effects of Nux Vomica 30c on alcohol-induced sleep time in mice.
The authors argue that the relative lack of objective measures to evaluate homeopathy in human subjects has thus far hindered advances in both clinical care and research. Polysomnography, in their opinion, can offer a potentially valuable tool for homeopathic investigations.
In this trial young adults of both sexes (ages 18–31) were included with above-average scores on standardized personality scales for either cynical hostility or anxiety sensitivity (but not both) and a history of coffee-induced insomnia. At-home polysomnographic recordings were obtained on successive pairs of nights once per week for a total of eight recordings (nights 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23).
Subjects (N = 54) received placebo pellets on night 8 (single-blind) and verum pellets on night 22 (double-blind) in 30c doses of one of two homeopathic medicines, Nux Vomica or Coffea Cruda. Subjects completed daily morning sleep diaries and weekly Pittsburgh sleep quality index scales, as well as profile of mood states scales at bedtime on polysomnography nights.
This study demonstrated that the homeopathic medicines significantly increased PSG total sleep time and NREM, as well as awakenings and stage changes. Findings are similar though not identical to those reported in animals with the same medicines. Possible mechanisms include initial disruption of the nonlinear dynamics of sleep patterns by the homeopathic medicines.
Reference:
Bell IR et al (2010). Effects of homeopathic medicines on polysomnographic sleep of young adults with histories of coffee-related insomnia. Sleep Medicine, doi:10.1016/j.sleep.2010.03.013

Homoeophaty In Pakistan, and Homoeo courses

Homeopathic Medical System is officially recognized by Government of Pakistan. The system of training, examination, award of diplomas in homeopathy and registration of homeopaths is controlled by National Council for Homeopathy. The Council works under the Ministry of Health, Government of Pakistan and is responsible for formulating policies related with homeopathic practice, conducting examinations, approving new homeopathic colleges and registering the practitioners.

To be eligible to practice homeopathy in Pakistan, one has to go through the following procedure:

1. Undergo a four years’ training course that is “Diploma in Homeopathic Medical System (DHMS)” and qualify.
2. Undergo apprenticeship with a qualified homeopath for six months to be eligible to get the Diploma.
3. Registration by the National Council for Homeopathy as homeopathic medical
   practitioner, which is mandatory. In Pakistan, no one is allowed to practice
   homeopathy without this registration even if he/she holds the DHMS. Registration
   with the Council also makes a person eligible for the job of a homeopath in
   government hospitals in Pakistan.

There is no shortcut to this process.

In the year 2007, Pakistan had approximately 140,000 registered homeopaths and about 140 homeopathic colleges with an upward trend. By now this number must have increased considerably. There is also a constantly growing interest in getting homeopathic treatment for both chronic and acute diseases due to advantages of the system.

There are a good number of homeopathic pharmacies manufacturing standard homeopathic medicines, which are also exported. Homeopathic medicines are freely available in Pakistan and can be bought by anyone without prescription from the doctor. This is because they are safe to use.

History of Homeophaty

History of Homeopathy

The Founder of Homeopathy
Homeopathy's roots emerge from the findings, teachings and writings of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann  (1755-1843). Hahnemann graduated from medical school in 1779 and started his own medical practice. He soon began his first homeopathic experiments in 1790, as a result of his disillusionment with such common medical practices of the day as purging, bloodletting, and the use of toxic chemicals.

At one point, he gave up his own daily practice to begin working as a chemist while translating medical texts. It was when Hahnemann began working on a project to translate William Cullen's Materia Medica into German that he began his quest for a better way of providing healthcare using the principles of "Similars." While working on this project, he became fascinated with a species of South American tree-bark (cinchona) which was being used to treat malaria-induced fever. Hahnemann ingested the bark and discovered that it caused symptoms similar to malaria. He continued his research into "cures" and the idea of "similar suffering," and began compiling his findings. Similia similibus curentur, the Latin phrase meaning "let likes be cured by likes," is the primary principle of homeopathy. A homeopath searches for a substance that produces in a healthy person those same symptoms a patient experiences.