THERIDION

Homeopathy

THERIDION

Theridion curassavicum
Orange spider.

Key Uses:

Acute sensitivity of the bones, nerves, and spine

Diabetes

Vertigo

Origin : Native to Curaçao and the West Indies.

Background : This small spider has orange spots on its back. Its bite can cause trembling, cold sweats, and fainting.

Preparation : The whole, live spider is macerated in alcohol.

Remedy Profile : Sensitivity to noise may be so extreme in people who respond to Theridion that it causes pain and vibrations to penetrate through the body. There may be a feeling that time is passing too quickly, and a tendency to be chilly. Theridion is generally used for acute sensitivity of the bones, nerves, and spine. The spine tends to be so highly sensitive that the least jarring motion, such as walking, may be unbearable; on sitting, one buttock may be raised off the seat to ease the pressure on the lower spine. There may be accompanying vertigo, dizziness, or motion sickness. Theridion may also be used to treat diabetes.

Symptoms Better : For warmth; for rest; for drinking warm water.

Symptoms Worse : At night; for noise; for touch; for pressure on the affected area; for travel; for jarring movement; for closing the eyes; for bending forward.