Explaining complementary treatments
A growing number of people are choosing to integrate complementary
treatments into their self-care plan.
A growing number of people are choosing to integrate complementary treatments into their self-care plan.
The different types of complementary treatment
The popularity of combining conventional medicine with complementary therapies is growing. More and more people are embracing a holistic approach to their wellbeing routine with the use of complementary treatments.
The most common types of complementary treatment include:
acupuncture
Chinese herbal medicine
chiropractic treatment
homeopathy
osteopathy
podiatry
Complementary treatments take a holistic approach to restoring health by focusing on treating the whole person – mind, body, and spirit – rather than focusing solely on physical symptoms or specific conditions. According to the World Health Organisation, complementary medicine is increasingly being used by people with chronic health conditions. These treatments can also help manage a wide range of conditions including stress, anxiety, arthritis, high blood pressure, hormonal imbalances, allergies, and more.
Interesting fact
Complementary treatments can help with stress and anxiety, muscular pains, lower back pain and joint problems, according to studies.
Complementary treatments are intended to work alongside conventional medicine.
Many people use complementary treatments to support medical treatment.
Complementary treatments are not a replacement for adequate medical treatment.
We recommend that you conduct thorough research when selecting a complementary therapy practitioner. Regulatory bodies specific to each therapy can help you ensure that the practitioners are both suitably qualified and safe to practise.
Always talk to your doctor if you are thinking about incorporating a complementary therapy into your healthcare routine, to ensure that the treatments are safe, appropriate, and compatible with any of your existing medical conditions or medications.
Many of our out-patient insurance plans include coverage for complementary therapies such as Chinese herbal medicine, chiropractic treatment, homeopathy, osteopathy, and podiatry.
To check your coverage, simply log in to the MyHealth app or portal and click on "My Benefits." If included in your plan, these treatments will be listed in your Table of Benefits.
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