Non-drug treatment options to reduce pain from mesothelioma
Non-drug treatments are sometimes used to help manage mesothelioma cancer pain. There are many techniques that are used alone or along with medicine. Some people find they can take a lower dose of medicine with such techniques.
These methods include: relaxation, biofeedback, imagery, distraction, hypnosis, skin stimulation, transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS), acupuncture, exercise or physical therapy, and emotional support and counseling.
You may need the help of health professionals — social workers, physical therapists, psychologists, nurses, or others — to learn these techniques. Family and friends can also help. To find names and numbers of practitioners who specialize in and organizations knowledgeable about these techniques read through the following pages.
Non-drug pain treatment for mesothelioma: Use distraction.