Complementary Treatments
As its name implies, complementary treatments refer to medical products or processes that can be used alongside conventional medicine. Some complementary treatments may be effective in helping diabetic people manage their symptoms effectively. For example, acupuncture, the procedure where practitioners insert thin needles in specific skin points, is used for reasons like chronic pain relief. Because of this, it’s sometimes used to alleviate neuropathy, the nerve damage generally associated with diabetes.
Biofeedback is another therapeutic technique that enables people to be more aware and learn to handle how the body responds to pain appropriately. It essentially emphasizes stress reduction and relaxation techniques. Guided imagery is also a relaxation strategy used by people practicing biofeedback. Through guided imagery, people can visualize peaceful images inwardly, whether it’s the waves of the ocean or even images of being able to cure or control the disease. As a result, many who practice guided imagery can ease the symptoms of their condition.
