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National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

Consumer Information on Pain

Pain is the most common reason for seeking medical care. It is also a common reason why people turn to complementary and integrative health approaches. If you are considering such an approach for pain, this information can help you talk with your health care provider.

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Pain ebook

Pain: Considering Complementary Approaches (eBook)

We have collected our information on pain into an eBook you can download to your computer or mobile device.

Chronic Pain

Chronic Pain: What You Need To Know

Up-to-date evidence on whether complementary approaches for chronic pain are helpful and safe.

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis: In Depth

Fact sheet on complementary health approaches studied for osteoarthritis, including acupuncture, massage therapy, tai chi, herbs, glucosamine, chondroitin, and S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe).