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 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.

Some people believe that therapies using herb and plant extracts may help with some symptoms or side effects of 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 cope with side effects, feel relaxed and improve your 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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