Understanding SSR Kits and Homochords: A Practitioner’s Guide
In a recent DesBio webinar, Jerri Simons, PA, shared valuable insights about implementing Series Symptom Relief (SSR) kits and Homochords in clinical practice. Simons, who teaches at Stony Brook University and Cornell Graduate School, brings over two decades of experience in integrative medicine and has worked with pioneering practitioners in the field.
Understanding SSR Kits
Series Symptom Relief (SSR) kits are specialized homeopathic formulations designed to support immune system balance by temporarily relieving specific symptoms related to the kit in question. These kits contain different potencies that change, working to help redirect and support healthy immune system function.
Key Components of Immune Support
The SSR kits focus on supporting various aspects of immune function:
- T-Cell Support: SSR kits may help support T helper cells, which play a crucial role in coordinating immune responses. This includes supporting T helper 1 cells (associated with viral challenges), T helper 2 cells (associated with parasitic challenges), and T helper 17 cells (associated with bacterial and fungal challenges).
- Immune Balance: The kits are designed to support T suppressor cell function, which helps promote healthy immune system balance and promotes normal inflammatory responses.
Implementation Strategies
Simons outlined several approaches to implementing SSR kits:
Standard Protocol
- Begin with detox and drainage support using OmniCleanse powder and capsules
- Progress through SSR Phase 1 (bottles 1-10)
- Consider Smart Silver for additional support
- Include Resveratrol and Curcumin to support healthy inflammatory response
Advanced Protocol Options
- Standard Five Steps
- Standard protocol with Homochords on alternate days
Homochord Integration
Homochords contain all dilutions of the SSR kit in one bottle.
Simons suggests:
- Using Homochords between bottles 1-2 initially
- Pausing until bottles 4-5 if needed
- Implementing during both ascending and descending series
Case Studies and Clinical Pearls
Several interesting cases were shared demonstrating various implementation strategies:
Recent Onset Support Protocol
- Begin with Cat’s Claw and Teasel for initial support
- Progress to appropriate 10M potency
- Include immune support with zinc, vitamin D, and vitamin C
Complex Cases
- Consider using two different SSR kits simultaneously
- Choose kits from different categories (e.g., combining different types of support)
- Space the start of multiple kits one week apart for better monitoring
Important Considerations
When implementing SSR protocols, practitioners should consider:
- Patient sensitivity levels
- Previous health history
- Current support protocols
- Timing and spacing of multiple kits
- Need for drainage and detoxification support
Supporting Products
Several DesBio products can complement SSR protocols:
- OmniCleanse Detoxification Program
- Comprehensive Detox Kit
- Intestinal Restore
- BioPro GI
- Multiple Miasm
- Magnesium Sachets or 6 oz bottle
- Omni Essentials
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