Homeopathy. Did you miss the video from one of my previous posts?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMGIbOGu8q0
Here's a much more in depth video...
Homeopathy. Did you miss the video from one of my previous posts?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMGIbOGu8q0
Does this mean that because an agency was needed it was therefor run properly?
I have a question: How do most of you feel about other "alternatives", such as
- Acupuncture
- Chiropractic
- talk therapy
- homeopathy
I may be cynical but I always say follow the money, not the words.
Does this mean that because an agency was needed it was therefor run properly?
I have a question: How do most of you feel about other "alternatives", such as
There are specifically five according to webmd, but I mention some the ones I've tried. I'm amazed at the responses here. I'm no expert, but it sure seems we rely a lot on our governments ability to keep us safe and healthy. I've got a hard time with that for myself.
- Acupuncture
- Chiropractic
- talk therapy
- homeopathy
I may be cynical but I always say follow the money, not the words.
Acupuncture, tried it a couple of times for pain, no effect what so ever.
Chiropractic, I have never experienced as intense and excruciating pain in my life as I was put in by a chiropractor.
Talk therapy... Depends what for, emotional problems? Probably the best thing there is granting that you aren't talking to an idiot. Physical problems, I can't imagine what it could do for you.
Homeopathy, I think it's the best way to treat hypochondria, and that's about it. It can also serve pretty well in the roll of "keeping the patient entertained until the disease runs its course" as long as the "healer" isn't using some toxic herbs which make things worse. For real issues such as cancer and pain management from physical injuries, not so good of a record....
One of my partners is a D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathy) and will occasionally perform a spinal manipulation for somebody with back pain. If you are having a heart attack he will forgo the manipulation and take you straight to the cath lab.I've been going to a chiropractor for 20 years, can't imagine not going. They've helped with joint pain that docs simply wouldn't even want to discuss beyond surgery.
Zicam is a zinc preparation and it may be helpful for reducing the duration of cold symptoms but the data is inconsistent. I do not consider this to be a homeopathic remedy since it is not diluted to a very low concentration.Homeopathy: Only thing I know is I went to the drug store, bought Zicam and my cold was gone that night. Been using it since with about a 50% success rate as opposed to my doctors 0% rate. Don't know any other Homeopathic remedies really, but I know they are huge business.
One of my partners is a D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathy) and will occasionally perform a spinal manipulation for somebody with back pain. If you are having a heart attack he will forgo the manipulation and take you straight to the cath lab.
My partner only performs manipulations on coworkers and does not charge. The advantage of being a D.O. is that they have basically the same training as a M.D. with the addition of chiropractic techniques.I wonder how much he costs per visit and how many visits are allowed on my policy? And good luck finding one of those guys in my neck of the woods. One of the problems with rural living.
Homeopathy: Only thing I know is I went to the drug store, bought Zicam and my cold was gone that night. Been using it since with about a 50% success rate as opposed to my doctors 0% rate. Don't know any other Homeopathic remedies really, but I know they are huge business.
Homeopathy is not the same as home remedy. Check out the wiki entry on Homeopathy... its really, really out there.
Does this mean that because an agency was needed it was therefor run properly?
I have a question: How do most of you feel about other "alternatives", such as
There are specifically five according to webmd, but I mention some the ones I've tried. I'm amazed at the responses here. I'm no expert, but it sure seems we rely a lot on our governments ability to keep us safe and healthy. I've got a hard time with that for myself.
- Acupuncture
- Chiropractic
- talk therapy
- homeopathy
I may be cynical but I always say follow the money, not the words.
In June 2009, the FDA warned consumers not to use Zicam Cold Remedy nasal spray or gel swabs because of the possibility that they may cause people to lose their sense of smell. The manufacturer recalled the products after the warning was issued.
Still here by the grace of God. It's just AMAZING.Bruce, It is a FoUr LoKo in my hand How ya Been ?
PresandCEO, prolly best to drop aviating for a while and concentrate on survival. FAA will be unyielding.
When you want to get back into it, get a 4-axis psych eval starting 90 days from OFF the meds entirely, and if the Board Certified psych says "nothing on Axis 1" you'll get recertified. These evals are invasive and expensive (~$2,000 when all said and done) but will reclaim your medical.
Xanax is a no-no. It was found unreported in ~30 of ~48 fatals in the 2000-2008 period. But failure of the firm and of the marriage would be even worse.
but was told that I can't get insurance without a special issuance
This topic really needs to be addressed by the FAA as there are numerous sport pilots with my same understanding of the regulations. Please chime in here and educate me if you have information (i.e. proof) that I am incorrect. Thank you in advance!
So I must say I am at odds now. Insurance policies appear useless for sport pilots that have a condition or medication that a 3rd class medical would deny. Meaning, if you have an accident, they could get your medical information in court and deny the claim. And no insurance means you can only fly a plane you own, no renting... and leaves you exposed to all types of liability (any blanket liability plans cover aviation liability???)
I have no examples honestly. That is just what my insurance company told me when I put on the application the medication I was on. They responded something like: that medication is not approved by the FAA. Be aware that since this medication is not granted FAA approval, then you will not be covered should a claim be filed.
When I asked what I needed to provide, they said nothing but a special issuance would qualify. My agent checked around and found the same thing - even with a note from my doctor saying I was fit for sport pilot duties, no underwriter would insure me. Now I'm sure he didn't check every insurance company, but he has a pretty good list of them.
Thank you I did in fact get a response. Not a very promising one though. Seems I'd need to be off medicine for 180 days, then get all types of tests done and on the day of examination, the doctor would have to say the condition no longer exists... how do you prove that a condition that only ever occurred in specific situations no longer exists? Hmmm... Sounds like a whole lot of work to get down to just the opinion of a few doctors, who could stop the whole process and end any future possibility I have now of being a sport pilot... That would take a whole lot of money, time, and pain to fight.
So I must say I am at odds now. Insurance policies appear useless for sport pilots that have a condition or medication that a 3rd class medical would deny. Meaning, if you have an accident, they could get your medical information in court and deny the claim. And no insurance means you can only fly a plane you own, no renting... and leaves you exposed to all types of liability (any blanket liability plans cover aviation liability???)
What alternatives exist? Fly an ultralight? Really bummed about this one as I've got 60 hours or so, maybe 40 hours solo...
Sorry to beat a dead horse here. But lets just say that my doctor prescribed me Trazadone and Wellbutrin for PTSD (2 tours in Afganistan). I did fill the prescription. However I never used them, and I have all of the pills accounted for. Would I be cleared to get my health certificate so I can enroll in to flight school?
I also noticed someone mention in an earlier post, something along the lines of "its up to the pilot to disclosure if he was prescribed any medications and for which specific dignosis"
But what if I withheld that information from the examining doctor and passed my bloodtest? Can the FAA find out or am I "good to go"?
If you have a diagnosis on record of PTSD it may not be so simple, if you don't get a response from Dr Bruce, send him him a PM. It's not the medications that cause the concerns, it's the underlying condition.
Oh man thats terrible news. My therapist said that he would write a letter stating that I am ok to operate a plane, I'm just not able to go in to combat again. I will wait for Dr. Bruce to respond. Hopefully he has some good news. Thanks for the reply.
And I recommend that you do. Additionally, thank you for your service, and I sure hope it doesn't pose a significant obstacle to your pilot certificate!You can also reach Dr. Bruce directly at aeromedicaldoc@comcast.netOh man thats terrible news. My therapist said that he would write a letter stating that I am ok to operate a plane, I'm just not able to go in to combat again. I will wait for Dr. Bruce to respond. Hopefully he has some good news. Thanks for the reply.
But what if I withheld that information from the examining doctor and passed my bloodtest? Can the FAA find out or am I "good to go"?
Actually it is BOTH the med which affects judgement, and the underlying condition, which affects the executive function, that are grounding.Oh man thats terrible news. My therapist said that he would write a letter stating that I am ok to operate a plane, I'm just not able to go in to combat again. I will wait for Dr. Bruce to respond. Hopefully he has some good news. Thanks for the reply.
Actually it is BOTH the med which affects judgement, and the underlying condition, which affects the executive function, that are grounding.
No, a theapist letter won't do the job as your diagnosis codes are visible to any government agency.
I would NEVER apply for a medical certificate, unless you think you are healthy enough to go through a neurocog battery ($2,500+, uninsurable)
and a Forensic Psychiatry eval (Think $1,500)and come out clean, disabusing you of the underlying diagnosis.
I wish I had something to offer you, but I don't. If you lie, and omit the information, The FIRST TIME you have an ATC conflict or bend some metal, all you PILOT (not just medical) certificates will get revoked,as the investigator will pull those codes in ten minutes flat..
Actually it is BOTH the med which affects judgement, and the underlying condition, which affects the executive function, that are grounding.
No, a theapist letter won't do the job as your diagnosis codes are visible to any government agency.
I would NEVER apply for a medical certificate, unless you think you are healthy enough to go through a neurocog battery ($2,500+, uninsurable)
and a Forensic Psychiatry eval (Think $1,500)and come out clean, disabusing you of the underlying diagnosis.
I wish I had something to offer you, but I don't. If you lie, and omit the information, The FIRST TIME you have an ATC conflict or bend some metal, all you PILOT (not just medical) certificates will get revoked,as the investigator will pull those codes in ten minutes flat..
No point, unless he can refute the diagnosis of PTSD needing medication. And it sounds like even PTSD-no meds will be a problem for him.Bruce if the OP submitted to these tests and the result was not favorable, is he grounded forever, or can he continue to work toward a positive outcome in the future?
Actually it is BOTH the med which affects judgement, and the underlying condition, which affects the executive function, that are grounding.
No, a theapist letter won't do the job as your diagnosis codes are visible to any government agency.
I would NEVER apply for a medical certificate, unless you think you are healthy enough to go through a neurocog battery ($2,500+, uninsurable)
and a Forensic Psychiatry eval (Think $1,500)and come out clean, disabusing you of the underlying diagnosis.
I wish I had something to offer you, but I don't. If you lie, and omit the information, The FIRST TIME you have an ATC conflict or bend some metal, all you PILOT (not just medical) certificates will get revoked,as the investigator will pull those codes in ten minutes flat..
And I recommend that you do. Additionally, thank you for your service, and I sure hope it doesn't pose a significant obstacle to your pilot certificate!
Wow, this is really bad news!! I was hoping to become a pilot as a fresh new start. I was planning on starting out 2013 doing something I wouldn't mind doing for the rest of my life. I can't believe I would have to pay the $4000 for a medical certificate, only for a maybe. I emailed www.leftseat.com and they said that they could help me get cleared. But now after hearing this I don't know how possible that is going to be. Unfortunately my eyes have witnessed ungodly things. That is why I have PTSD, and it is only in combat situations, meaning I don't have the heart to take any more lives in battle. The last thing I would ever do is crash a plane or hurt others. My PTSD has nothing to do with flying it has everything to do with combat. Sadly the FAA just sees my diagnosis and not my story. I guess I am just a liability in their eyes. It's sad that in this country your dedicate your life to give, give give, and they take, take, take... Well Happy New year to everyone. Thanks again Dr. Bruce. I appreciate the honest advice.
That is the problem that takes $4000 to get past.
Anyone who tells you "it's a sure thing" and "we can help you" ahead of time, is full of BS....I wouldn't mind spending the $4000 it if was a definte pass. But what worries me is gambling $4000 on a MAYBE. That's a pretty big risk because if I go to a doctor who doesn't really want to put his credibility on the line.. I'm done!