What happens on my first consultation?
Your visit will take between 45 minutes and 1 hour
depending on the practitioner you are seeing.
Please bring with you any results of tests or X
rays you may have had done plus details of
medication. Your practitioner will take a detailed
case history in order to get an understanding of
you.
Will I be asked to undress?
On the first visit you may be asked to undress to
your underwear so the practitioner cando a
diagnosis and a treatment. It is not necessary to
undress for a number of therapies such as
Naturopathy, homeopathy, herbal medicine or
hypnotherapy and councelling
How long does a course of treatment take?
This depends on the nature and complication of the
problem. As a general average 1 to 3 treatments.
Longer term, more chronic conditions will take
longer. Your Osteopath will discuss your individual
situation with you at your 1st treatment. Be
assured we have a very busy practice and will not
keep you coming longer than necessary.
What happens if I get a treatment reaction?
These do happen at times and may be as a result of
the body reacting to the stimulus towards health it
has been given, or as a result of the body being
unable to continue the process of adaptation that
the treatment has enabled it to set into motion.
Your practitioner will be able to advise you.
Why do I need to wait between treatment sessions
Essentially the body heals itself. There must be a
time interval between treatment sessions to allow
the body to make its response, and then take it on
a further step.
Your practitioner will advise on the correct time interval and number of treatment sessions likely to be required. You, however, remain in control. You can discuss this advice at any stage and, if you feel you are not making adequate progress, you can curtail treatment and ask your practitioner about other possible approaches to your problem.
Your practitioner will advise on the correct time interval and number of treatment sessions likely to be required. You, however, remain in control. You can discuss this advice at any stage and, if you feel you are not making adequate progress, you can curtail treatment and ask your practitioner about other possible approaches to your problem.
Am I too old to benefit from complementary medicine
Certainly not. We have treated many patients in
their 80s very successfully.
Are complementary medicines suitable for children?
Yes, definitely. Very gentle treatments can be
used; we treat frequently new-born with
cranio-sacral osteopathy, and homeopathy; children
of all ages can benefit from homeopathy,
naturopathy, osteopathy, physiotherapy or
acupressure
Can I see a therapist whilst I am pregnant?
Yes complementary medicine is probably the
treatment of choice during pregnancy, because
medication are contra-indicated.
We use acupuncture and homeopathy for condition such as morning sickness, insomnia, urinary or digestive problems; physiotherapy osteopathy and pregnancy massage are recommended for musculo-squelettal problems such as back pain, pelvic pain carpal tunnel-syndrome etc.
We use acupuncture and homeopathy for condition such as morning sickness, insomnia, urinary or digestive problems; physiotherapy osteopathy and pregnancy massage are recommended for musculo-squelettal problems such as back pain, pelvic pain carpal tunnel-syndrome etc.
Is it OK to mix treatments?
It is possible to mix different treatment
modalities. Sometimes two different approaches can
be mutually supportive so discuss this with your
practitioner
How can i tell which will be the right therapy for my problem?
Sometimes you will know exactly what kind of
treatment you need, but other times you won't.
Discuss your problem with Practice Co-ordinator PJ
Cousin and he will be able to suggest were to
start. Don't forget that all of our therapists
offer free 15 minute consultations where they can
advise you on the best course of action. If after
that you still aren't sure, we are happy to discuss
your case between us and suggest the therapy we
thing will be the most appropriate to bring you
back to optimum health fastest!
How can I book my treatment?
For most of our treatments you can book either over
the phone on 020 8875 1101 or by calling in person
at the Cure by Nature clinic 95 Rplingham Road
London SW18 5lu
How can I pay for my treatment?
The Cure by Nature Clinic accepts cash, cheques,
and all the major debit cards. Some of the
independent practitioners take cheques or cash
only, ask at the reception
Can I claim for my treatments on my health insurance?
This will vary from treatment to treatment. Our
osteopaths and physiotherapists are registered with
all major Health Providers. For other therapies
such as Acupuncture, this will depend on your
Health provider. Please consult your individual
policy.
How do I know your therapists are safe?
The Cure by Nature Clinic upholds exceptionally
high standards and insists that all of its
therapists are fully qualified, belong to their
respective professional bodies and undertake
ongoing education as CPD (Continuing Professional
Development). In addition, each individual
therapist is registered and fully insured.
What happens if I need to cancel my appointment?
The Cure by Nature Clinic requires 24 hours notice
if you wish to cancel or re- schedule an
appointment. Clients who fail to turn up for
treatment are charged a cancellation fee, typically
half of the cost of the missed treatment. Repeat
offenders will be charged the full amount.
Of course we realize that some cancellations are unavoidable, and we will use our discretion when deciding whether to impose a cancellation charge or not.
Of course we realize that some cancellations are unavoidable, and we will use our discretion when deciding whether to impose a cancellation charge or not.
Should I tell my doctor?
If you are receiving treatment from your doctor
then it makes sense to tell him or her about your
plans to have complementary medicine treatment. The
treatment may enable you to reduce or even stop
taking some forms of medication, but your doctor
should be consulted regarding any change of
prescription. You should always tell your
practitioner about any medication you are taking as
this may affect your response to your
treatment.
Should I continue with my prescribed medication while undergoing a course of treatment?
Yes, at least until you have had a careful
discussion with your doctor and your practitioner.
Many people seek our help because of
dissatisfaction with drug treatment - because it
does not seem to be working or because the side
effects are unacceptable.