METHOD OF REPERTORISATION

METHOD OF REPERTORISATION

Definition of Method → Method in repertorisation is a pre-defined process of selecting the most suitable homeopathic remedy for a patient based on their symptoms and physical condition.

Types of methods →

1. Boenninghausen’s Method
2. Kent’s Method
3. Boger’s Method
4. Boericke’s Method

Boenninghausen’s Method →

• Use a repertory.
• Compare symptoms in the repertory with the patient’s symptoms.
• Find the highest number of symptoms that match.
• Select the remedy with the highest number of matching symptoms.
• Use aphorism 153 from Organon of Medicine.

Kent’s Method →

• Use a repertory.
• Compare symptoms in the repertory with the patient’s symptoms.
• Use only the first symptom of each rubric.
• Select the remedy that covers most of the patient’s symptoms.
• Use aphorism 146 from Organon of Medicine.

Boger’s Method →

• Use a repertory.
• Compare symptoms in the repertory with the patient’s symptoms.
• Use all symptoms in the repertory to select the remedy.
• Select the remedy with the highest number of matching symptoms.
• Use aphorism 153 from Organon of Medicine.

Boericke’s Method →

• Use a repertory.
• Compare symptoms in the repertory with the patient’s symptoms.
• Select the remedy that covers most of the patient’s symptoms.
• Use the symptom that has the most specific and clear picture.

Advantages and disadvantages → Advantages:

• Helps to narrow down the choice of remedy.
• Reduces the time and effort required to select a remedy.
• Ensures that the remedy is selected based on the patient’s symptoms.

Disadvantages:

• May not consider the individuality of the patient.
• May not take into account the patient’s mental and emotional symptoms.
• May lead to over-reliance on the repertory.