What are his or her qualifications, and how long was the training?
• Is he or she a member of a recognised, registered body with a code of practice?
• Can he or she give you the name, address and telephone number of this body so you can check?
• Is the therapy available on the NHS?
• Can your GP delegate care to the practitioner?
• Does he or she keep your GP informed?
• Is this the most suitable complementary therapy for your psoriasis?
• Are the records confidential?
• What is the likely total cost of treatment?
• How many treatments will be needed?
What insurance cover does the practitioner have if things go wrong?
Then ask yourself the following questions:
• Did the practitioner answer your questions clearly and to your satisfaction?
• Did he or she give you information to look through at your leisure?
• Did the practitioner conduct him- or herself in a professional manner?
• Were excessive claims made about the treatment? You should avoid anyone who:
• claims to be able to cure psoriasis completely;
• advises you to stop your conventional treatment without consulting your GP;
• makes you feel uncomfortable – you need a good relationship if you are going to get full benefit from the treatment.
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