Complementary therapies

People may use complementary therapies along with conventional medical treatments to help them feel physically and emotionally better.

Massage can be used to relax your mind and body, relieve tension and enhance your mood.

Some people think about making changes to their diet, or about taking dietary supplements, such as anti-oxidants, after a cancer diagnosis.

Talking about your thoughts and feelings may help you cope with the stress, anxiety and difficult feelings that can happen following a cancer diagnosis.

There are therapies using herb and plant extracts which some people believe help with some of the symptoms and side effects of cancer and cancer treatment.

Homeopathy is based on the idea that a substance that may cause symptoms if given in large amounts, will start a healing response if given in tiny amounts.

Mind-body therapies may help you to take greater control of your feelings, symptoms and side effects, and improve well-being.

During acupuncture, the therapist places fine sterile needles just below the skin at certain points on the body. Acupuncture may reduce symptoms such as sickness or hot flushes.

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