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Complementary therapies
Acupuncture（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/treatments-and-self-care/acupuncture）
Acupuncture is a Chinese medicine treatment. It uses needles to stimulate points in your body and can help the treatment of some conditions.
Learn more（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/treatments-and-self-care/acupuncture）
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/chinese-traditional-medicine）
Based on ancient practices, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) includes acupuncture, tai chi, herbal medicines and other mind body practices.
Learn more（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/chinese-traditional-medicine）
Chiropractors and chiropractic treatment（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/healthcare-and-services/roles-and-specialties/chiropractors-chiropractic-treatment）
Chiropractors use therapies, such as chiropractic manipulation and massage, to help treat and prevent musculoskeletal problems including back and neck pain.
Learn more（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/healthcare-and-services/roles-and-specialties/chiropractors-chiropractic-treatment）
Homeopathy（https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/treatments-and-self-care/homeopathy）