Polarity Analysis-guided Individualised Homoeopathic Treatment for Pain Management of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Case Series
Tuhina Parveen, Nipa Sardar, Mousumi Koley, Indrani Halder, Subhranil SahaAbstract
Background:
Polarity analysis, derived from Boenninghausen’s Therapeutic Pocket Book, enhances remedy individualisation by prioritising polar symptoms. Knee Osteoarthritis (OA) pain, often debilitating and progressive, affects millions worldwide, limiting mobility and quality of life.
Aim:
The aim of the study was to evaluate clinical outcomes of individualised homoeopathic treatment guided by polarity analysis in chronic knee OA patients and assess its routine applicability.
Methods:
A retrospective clinical case series was conducted at D. N. De Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, on 23 patients using the Visual Analogue Scale, and Modified Naranjo Criteria for Homoeopathy–Causal Attribution Inventory (MONARCH, v. 2). The outcomes were recorded in each follow-up, until the last available visit.
Results:
Participants (mean age: 48 ± 12 years; 74% female) demonstrated consistent clinical improvement across all domains. Significant reduction from baseline was observed for pain, stiffness and loss of function at each follow-up (
Conclusion:
Individualised homoeopathy by polarity analysis yielded temporal reductions in knee OA pain, stiffness, and functional limitation over 3 months. Uncontrolled design precludes causality; prospective controlled trials are needed.