What is Integrative Medicine?

Integrative medicine is a healthcare approach that combines conventional Western medicine with evidence-based complementary therapies to treat the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. This approach emphasizes the therapeutic relationship between practitioner and patient, focuses on prevention and wellness, and uses all appropriate therapeutic approaches to achieve optimal health. Integrative medicine may include treatments like acupuncture, massage therapy, nutritional counseling, mindfulness practices, and herbal medicine alongside conventional medical treatments.

Why integrative medicine matters

• Treats the whole person: Addresses physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual aspects of health
• Personalizes treatment: Tailors care plans to individual patient needs and preferences
• Emphasizes prevention: Focuses on lifestyle modifications and wellness to prevent disease

How Solace can help

A Solace advocate can help you find integrative medicine practitioners, understand insurance coverage for complementary therapies, and coordinate care between conventional and integrative providers. Advocates can also assist with researching evidence-based integrative approaches and ensuring safe combination of treatments.