What alternative treatments are available for chronic pain?

What alternative treatments are available for chronic pain?

Alternative treatments that have been shown to relieve chronic pain over time include:

• Acupuncture, which uses small needs placed in the body.
• Aromatherapy, which uses aromatic plants and essential oils.
• Biofeedback, which teaches you how to tweak the way your body works, influencing such things as heart rate, breathing and muscle tension.
• Hypnotherapy, or hypnosis.
• Mindfulness training, which teaches you how to calm yourself.
• Music, art or pet therapy.
• Reiki or Healing Touch™, with a therapist using touch to change energy fields in your body.
• Relaxation techniques, such as massage, meditation and guided imagery.