How Can I Treat 'Repetitive Strain' Injuries Using Alternative Medicine?

Dr. Kasparyan answers the question: 'Alternative Meds For Repetitive Strain?'

ByABC News
November 12, 2008, 11:32 AM

— -- Question: How Can I Treat 'Repetitive Strain' Injuries (Such As Carpal Tunnel Syndrome) Using Alternative Medicine?

Answer: Well, it's quite interesting. Alternative medicine is really taking a new hold in Western medicine. Certainly alternative medicines such as therapies like yoga and pilates are very helpful. We understand now that acupuncture, reiki therapy, tai chi, are all very helpful and I think we're starting to employ these in Western medicine.

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