Are there alternative treatments for dilated cardiomyopathy?

Although medications and conventional medicine are the mainstay of treatment for dilated cardiomyopathy, there are a limited number of alternatives. Limiting intake of salt is one of the most important, as this will reduce fluid retention, and thus decrease the amount of blood the heart must pump and diminish the amount of swelling. Limiting mental stress and allowing yourself to have physical rest periods are also beneficial, because they will reduce the amount of work required by the heart.