Non-drug methods for treating chronic pain

There are some non drug methods for treating chronic pain. There is a lot of research that has been done that shows how a non drug approach can help treat chronic pain. But, you need to make sure to talk about any changes you make with your healthcare provider. There is a lot of info on the internet. The reasons why someone would seek non drug treatments is because all drugs have side effects to them.

Key Takeaways:

• The most feared side effects include the possibility of severe bleeding from the stomach and they may also harm your heart and your kidneys.
• A recent study even showed worsening kidney function in ultra marathoners who were taking these drugs to help them decrease the pain of the marathons.
• Other drugs which are used to treat pain are the opiates. These are narcotics like Vicodin and the even stronger Oxycontin.

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