Non-Pharmacological Pain Relief Techniques

1. Guided Imagery

1.1. Focusing on a pleasant thought to divert.

2. Relaxation & Guided Imagery

2.1. Includes meditation, yoga, and progressive muscle relaxation.

3. Distraction

3.1. Includes ambulation, deep breathing, visitors, television, and music.

4. Therapeutic Touch

5. Aromatherapy

6. Chiropractic

7. Acupuncture / Accupressure

7.1. Vibration or electrical stimulation via tiny needles inserted into the skin and subcutaneous tissues at specific points.

8. Massage

9. Cutaneous Stimulation

9.1. TENS stimulation

9.2. Interruption of pain pathways

9.3. Cold for inflammation

9.4. Heat to increase blood flow and decrease stiffness