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More ways to contact usSome people find it helpful to try different therapies to help them feel better while they're having treatment.
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Find out about our position on the use of complementary therapies and the information we provide about them.
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Complementary and alternative therapies are used in different ways.
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There is lots of help available to help you choose the best therapy for you.
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Always use a qualified therapist when choosing a complementary therapy.
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Massage can be used to relax your mind and body, relieve tension and enhance your mood.
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Energy-based therapies can be relaxing and calming. Some use physical contact to work energy around the body. Others use no touch at all.
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Mind-body therapies may help you to take greater control of your feelings, symptoms and side effects and improve well-being.
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A healthy diet can make a big difference to your well-being. Nutritional therapy can help you find the diet that’s best for you.
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It can help to speak to someone outside your circle of family and friends. Psychological therapies can help you cope with difficult feelings.
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Physical therapies work the body and mind through gentle movements and breathing exercises. They can improve feelings of fatigue and overall well-being. Physical therapies work the body and mind through gentle movements and breathing exercises.
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Some people find therapies using herbs and plants helpful.
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Many people wonder if feelings affect cancer. We answer some of the questions people have asked.
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