Complementary therapies

Have you considered using a complementary therapy to support your breast cancer treatment?

Complementary therapies are often used in addition to conventional medical treatments such as chemotherapy and hormone-blocking therapies.

The following complementary therapies are often used by people with breast cancer: 

Complementary therapies are different from complementary medicines, which are non-prescription medicines available in health food shops, pharmacies or supermarkets (e.g. vitamin and mineral supplements).

Your choice 

Should I use a complementary therapy?

Complementary therapies can improve your physical and emotional wellbeing. They can also help you to manage some of the side effects of breast cancer treatments, such as anxiety, pain and fatigue.

While many complementary therapies can be very helpful, it is a good idea to talk to a member of your medical team before starting anything new. This will help you to prevent any possible effects that the therapy may have on your breast cancer treatments or health.