| If youre thinking of trying a complementary health approach to help manage a medical problem, here are some points to consider: Its important to choose a complementary health practitioner, such as an acupuncturist or massage therapist, as carefully as you would choose a conventional health care provider. Its a good idea to discuss the complementary approach with your health care provider before making a decision about whether to use it. Before using any dietary supplement or herbal product, find out whether it can have side effects and whether it may interact with medicines that youre taking. | 