alternative therapy
nounUK /ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv ˈθerəpi/
US /ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv ˈθerəpi/
A kind of treatment that is not usual medicine, like using herbs or special exercises to feel better.
My aunt uses alternative therapy, like yoga and herbal tea, to help her relax.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A treatment used together with regular medicine to help a person feel better.
The hospital offers alternative therapy such as massage alongside normal care.
3. Any health practice that is not taught in standard medical schools.
Some doctors are curious about alternative therapy and want to study it.
4. A way of healing that focuses on the whole person, not just the sickness.
She likes alternative therapy because it looks at her diet, sleep, and mood.