• How long has the treatment been offered?
• Are the results of research trials available?
• Is the treatment intended to be palliative (i.e. treating symptoms and giving relief) or therapeutic (i.e. dealing with the improvement and cure of the condition)?
• What conditions have been most helped by this treatment?
• Is my child within the band of your research?
• What is the average age of patients?
• Do I need a GP referral?
• Can my GP pay for the treatment?
• Can I claim on my health insurance?
• Where is treatment available?
• What qualifications does the practitioner have?
• How long has he/she been in practice?
• How is your organisation funded?
• Is it possible to visit the clinic/centre before starting treatment?
• Is there an initial consultation and what does it cost?

• How is treatment structured and charged?
• How long should it be undertaken to be beneficial?
• What is average length and frequency of treatment?
• Are there any conditions that should not have this treatment?
• Does it conflict with any other drugs, therapies or treatments?
• Are there any side-effects?
• Can I speak to someone who has been treated?
• What experience does the therapist have with your condition?
• Does the therapist belong to a professional association or regulatory body, and if so which one?
• Is the therapist insured?

Please note:

This list is for guidance only and should be considered neither comprehensive nor exhaustive; other questions may be relevant to your particular case.