A growing number of patients are turning to integrative and alternative medicine in PM&R to complement conventional rehabilitation approaches. Acupuncture, chiropractic adjustments, and therapeutic massage are being widely incorporated to alleviate pain and improve neuromuscular function. Herbal medicine, nutritional interventions, and mind-body techniques such as yoga and tai chi contribute to holistic healing. Biofeedback and energy-based therapies are also emerging as supportive tools for pain modulation and muscle relaxation. Integrating these alternative modalities with standard rehabilitation protocols offers a comprehensive approach to recovery, addressing physical, emotional, and physiological aspects of healing while promoting overall wellness.
Title : Exploring the use of technology in inpatient rehabilitation hospitals
Elissa Charbonneau, Encompass Health, United States
Title : Treatment of chronic muscle spasm and pain with the CMECD® procedure
Roger H Coletti, Interventional Health, United States
Title : The technology we have, the technology we use, the technology we want
Marcia J Scherer, Institute for Matching Person and Technology, United States
Title : Best practice guidelines for the use of pharmacological neuromodulation in disorders of diminished motivation: A comprehensive approach
Vaidya Balasubramaniam, The Wollongong Hospital (ISLHD), Australia
Title : Integrating holistic early rehabilitation in acute care: Evidence-Based strategies for enhancing patient outcomes and optimizing costs
Archana Vatwani, Old Dominion University, United States
Title : Indications for Shockwave in Teenage Athletes
Jay Spector, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM), United States