Complementary and Alternative therapies
You might have to pay for the treatments you have, but you can sometimes pay less than the standard rate. And some centres won’t charge you at all. It depends on what therapy you are having. And where you are having it done.
Last reviewed: 19 Apr 2022
Next review due: 19 Apr 2025
A complementary therapy means you can use it alongside your conventional medical treatment. It may help you to feel better and cope better with your cancer and treatment. An alternative therapy is generally used instead of conventional medical treatment.
Some therapies may be harmful or could interact with other treatments you're having. Talk to your doctor before starting any complementary or alternative therapy.
Find detailed information and research into some of the many different complementary and alternative therapies used by people with cancer.
For your safety, it is very important to make sure that any complementary therapist you see has the necessary training and qualifications.
Find organisations, support groups, books, websites and other resources about complementary and alternative therapies.
Our clinical trials aim to find out if a new treatment or procedure is safe, is better than the current treatment or helps you feel better.
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