Integrative medicine is a mixture of both conventional and alternative methods. The term is used to describe health products and practices that are typically not part of conventional medicine, but studies have shown that working with these two methods together may provide relief to those suffering. These integrative practices are in no way new, some have been around for thousands of years, but are now soaring in popularity. While prescribed medicine may alleviate pain, they also can come with plenty of side effects that may have you questioning if it is worth taking at all. You may also find yourself in fear of becoming dependent on these medications, and over long term use may find that increase dosages that can also increase risks and side effects. The therapies that integrative medicine uses contain a wide range of different approaches and philosophies that work together with your prescribed medicine, which will help to increase your pain relief and improve your over health and quality of life. 

While combining these two approached for your pain management, you may find that not only does your pain become less and less, but other underlying issues may be treated as well. Integrative medicine is used to treat you as a whole (body, mind and spirit) instead of the small section of physical pain. Studies have shown that this approach not only gives positive outcomes to the initial pain, but many facets of the whole body, because pain typically does not occur from one source. 

Research has concluded that this form of treatment can be highly effective in relieving numerous types of pain, including:

• Arthritis and/or joint pain

• Back and neck 

• Post-surgery 

• Injuries or trauma

• Headaches and migraines

• Mistral cramps and/or pelvic pain

Many of these approaches integrate practices and beliefs associated with yoga, meditation, acupuncture and herbal remedies.  

When wondering if this approach is the correct one for you, it is always best to talk with a healthcare professional, especially one who specializes in integrated medicine such as Whole Family Healthcare. Consulting with our expert team is the first step into relieving your pain and helping you get back control of your body. These methods have been proven to work and with the right treatments and support, you too can feel like yourself again. If you are tired of constant pain, feel helpless and want to take control of your body, mind and spirit again, call us today at Whole Family Healthcare and start the journey to your new pain management.