1. A therapeutic treatment used in conjunction with conventional medical treatment to enhance overall wellness and support the body's healing process
Acupuncture is often used as supplementary therapy alongside conventional treatment for chronic pain.
A acupuntura é frequentemente usada como terapia complementar ao lado do tratamento convencional para dor crônica.
2. Alternative or holistic medical practices that complement standard medical care rather than replacing it
The patient chose to pursue supplementary therapy including meditation and herbal remedies with her doctor's approval.
A paciente escolheu seguir terapia complementar incluindo meditação e remédios à base de ervas com a aprovação de sua médica.