Alternative remedies for treating hyperactivity in children, including osteopathy, nutritional therapy, homeopathy, acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Many effective alternatives to conventional medicine exist for treating hyperactivity in children. Parents of hyperactive children are increasingly seeking out these alternatives, not only because they are getting good results, but because there are no known short or long term side effects from these alternative treatments. However, it is essential that anyone seeking out alternative treatments for hyperactivity should approach only qualified and experienced practitioners.
The homeopathic approach is growing in popularity as an alternative treatment for hyperactivity in children. Homeopathy is gaining recognition in the conventional field of medicine and has been subject to many clinical trials. Homeopathy works according to the principle of “like cures like” where substances that cause certain symptoms can also be used to cure them. However, used in conventional doses, these substances would be toxic, so homeopathy dilutes them to miniscule levels in order to make them safe but, at the same time, retaining their effectiveness. Because homeopathy adopts the holistic approach, the child’s medical history, lifestyle and temperament will be assessed before treatment is prescribed. Hyperactivity is considered a complex problem by homeopaths. It is, therefore, essential that you consult a recommended practitioner rather than trying to treat the child yourself.
