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Back pain affects nearly everyone at some point and, depending on its source, can be debilitating. Anti-inflammatory medication and surgery are two options available to treat the issue. But Stephanie Van, a spine rehabilitation specialist, emphasizes the importance of trying out less invasive therapies before turning to more invasive ones. These complementary and alternative therapies […]

Complementary and alternative therapies do not typically have much scientific evidence backing their effectiveness, yet can still help people feel better. Some forms of alternative medicine rely on natural substances, like plants and herbs, to treat illness; other approaches draw from spiritual principles, such as believing health is determined by energy forces in nature. Acupuncture […]

Treating sleep apnea can help you feel more energized during the day, decrease your risk for health conditions such as heart disease and high blood pressure, and lessen fatigue-related accidents and injuries. Here are some FDA-approved therapies that may help: CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) is an increasingly popular treatment option for sleep apnea; but […]

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be successfully managed through psychotherapy and medication; often the combination of both treatments proves most successful. Physical exercise has long been touted as an effective way to combat anxiety and improve mood, increasing brain’s natural mood enhancing neurochemicals such as serotonin and dopamine production. N-acetyl cysteine (N-AC) has been examined as […]

Alternative therapies refer to treatments which stand in opposition to mainstream medicine; however, most complementary medicines have not undergone rigorous clinical testing. Complementary health approaches such as acupuncture, tai chi, yoga, massage therapy, herbal medicine and Reiki may also be utilized alongside medical treatment. Ayurveda Ayurveda is an ancient holistic healing system, with roots dating […]