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Chronic pain: In depth


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  • Website: National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
  • Resource type: Article

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Chronic pain is mild to severe pain that lasts longer than six months. Some alternative approaches (acupuncture, yoga, herbal supplements), used in addition to conventional medicine, may help people manage chronic pain. Speak with your doctor before you begin any alternative health approach to make sure it is safe for you.


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complementary, acupuncture, hypnosis, massage, spinal manipulation, yoga, tai chi, Qi gong, back pain, arthritis, migraine, carpal tunnel, fibromyalgia, inflammation, chronic fatigue, endometriosis, cystitis, irritable bowel syndrome, joint, vulvodynia , cannabinoid, devil’s claw , white willow bark, cayenne, comfrey, Brazilian arnica, lavender essential oil, butterbur, feverfew, magnesium, riboflavin, hypnotherapy, probiotic, biofeedback, peppermint oil, cancer


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Rated on: 4/6/2017 12:15:22 PM

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