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What is the most effective way to relieve body pain without taking medication?

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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Opium! : "body pain" can be due to multiple conditions, each of which may require a specific treatment. Generally speaking, behavior modification can help reduce your perception of pain and thereby improve with coping mechanism. Acupuncture, manipulation, adjustment, meditation, stretching, message, yoga, topicals, herbals, cupping, needling, vitamins, tens, spinal cord stimulator, etc. Can all be tried.

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Pain: Well, different types of pain require different pain reliever. Without knowing what type of pain you're having, it's hard to suggest anything. Stomach pain may sometimes give in to chamomile or ginger, whereas migraine headache may be treated with acupuncture or massage. More information on your pain will be helpful.

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Exercise: Many times exercise can release endogenous endorphins that can be helpful in some painful conditions. Stretching is also helpful to release muscle tension. Other techniques like breathing exercises and visual imagery are very helpful for other painful conditions.

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Dr. Kayvon Javid answered

Specializes in Dentistry

It may be work: Try meditation and acupuncture.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree with all of: Doctors who have responded so far. Acupuncture was recommended by almost all. It can be extremely effective for many types of pain. Take care.

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