The Role of Complementary and Integrative Therapies in Pain Management

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Stefan Muller

Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany

: J Addict Behav Ther Rehabil

Abstract

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Complementary and integrative therapies, including acupuncture, massage, and yoga, have gained increasing recognition as adjuncts in pain management. Dr. Stefan Müller from Berlin reviews current evidence for their efficacy and safety in various pain conditions. He presents guidelines for integrating these therapies into conventional pain management programs and discusses patient selection, treatment protocols, and reimbursement challenges. Dr. Müller also explores the physiological mechanisms underlying these approaches. This session informs clinicians on how to incorporate integrative therapies to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Biography

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Stefan Müller is a pain specialist and integrative medicine consultant at Charité â?? Universitätsmedizin Berlin. He earned his medical degree from Humboldt University and completed additional training in integrative therapies. Dr. Müller advocates for evidence-based complementary approaches in chronic pain care.