Use of herbal supplements. Before you begin a complementary therapy, talk to your physician, as you would any other therapy. Some complementary therapies may interfere with other aspects of your medical treatment, so it is important to have an open discussion about risks and benefits with your health care providers. Acupuncture Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used medical procedures in the world. Originating in China more than 2,000 years ago, acupuncture became widely known in the United States in 1971 when New York Times reporter James Reston wrote about how doctors in Beijing, China, used needles to ease his abdominal pain after surgery.
Research shows that acupuncture is beneficial in treating a variety of health conditions.
Dental pain experienced after surgery. Treatment of addiction. Lower back pain. Carpal tunnel syndrome. Stroke rehabilitation assistance.