What are some alternative treatments for pain from nerve damage?

American Diabetes Association

There are a number of alternative ways to help with the pain related to nerve damage:

Capsaicin cream made from hot peppers can be rubbed on the skin
A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit blocks pain signals
Relaxation training, hypnosis, or biofeedback
Acupuncture
Photo energy therapy

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