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HOMEOPATHY, ACUPUNCTURE, AND PHYTOTHERAPY HEALTH CENTRE

WHAT IS HOMEOPATHY?

Homeopathy is a system of treating disease that stimulates the body’s natural healing mechanisms without side-effects. As diagnostic practitioners, homoeopaths can play an important role in caring for patients by assessing all aspects of patients, while diagnosing and treating each patient as an individual. Homeopathy is a gentle, safe, and effective form of treatment that can be used by everyone – from pregnant women and babies to the elderly and those with chronic diseases.

WHAT IS PHYTOTHERAPY?

Phytotherapy is a science-based medical practice that uses medicinal plants or herbs as medication to treat diseases. Considered as a safe alternative, the use of herbs may reduce the incidence of drug resistance and modulate the immune system in preventing diseases.

WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE?

Acupuncture is a system of healing originating in ancient China. Acupuncturists employ specific techniques, such as needling and moxibustion, in the treatment of various ailments.

The Complementary Medicine practitioner takes a holistic approach to the maintenance of health and the management of disease, with a focus on improving overall well-being.

Complementary Medicine practitioners are registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA).

SERVICES AVAILABLE

With the various treatment options available to complementary medicine practitioners, they are able to assist in the treatment and/or management of many acute and chronic conditions, such as:

  • Infections, e.g. colds, influenza and tonsillitis
  • Allergies, hay fever and sinusitis
  • Digestive complaints, e.g. heartburn, constipation and diarrhoea
  • Hypertension
  • Skin conditions, e.g. acne, eczema and fungal infections
  • Fatigue and exhaustion
  • Anxiety and mild depression
  • Headaches
  • Menstrual and menopausal problems
  • Impotence and infertility
  • Circulatory disorders
  • Hormonal disorders, e.g. thyroid disorders, and diabetes
  • Childhood (paediatric) conditions
  • Arthritis
  • Support and management of conditions associated with low immunity.

 

COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE   HEALTH CENTRE

Doornfontein Campus

Health Training Centre

Homeopathy and Phytotherapy 1st floor,

Acupuncture Centre 2nd floor.

Sherwell Street (between Saratoga and Beit streets) Doornfontein

For appointments: 011 559 6493/5

Dispensary: 011 559 6497 E-mail: htc@uj.ac.za

CLINIC HOURS

The clinic operates from Monday to Friday, at scheduled times, by appointment only.

The Complementary Medicine Health Centre is a teaching facility. Under the supervision of registered homeopaths, phytotherapists and acupuncturists, our students diagnose, treat, manage, and care for our patients using complementary medicines and a holistic approach to health and wellness. The Complementary Medicine Health Centre operates within a campus clinic environment which offers a variety of other health services.

FEES

Fees charged at the UJ Complementary Medicine Health Centre are greatly affordable. Special fees are available for students and pensioners. Consultation and medication fees are not reimbursed by medical aids.

 

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