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While waiting for medication adjustments to take effect, there are several complementary approaches that may help manage nerve pain:

• Acupuncture - Studies show this can reduce pain scores by up to 20% and improve quality of life measures
• Gentle movement and stretching as approved by your doctor
• Hot/cold therapy Show Full Answer

While waiting for medication adjustments to take effect, there are several complementary approaches that may help manage nerve pain:

• Acupuncture - Studies show this can reduce pain scores by up to 20% and improve quality of life measures
• Gentle movement and stretching as approved by your doctor
• Hot/cold therapy alternation
• Relaxation techniques and stress management
• Pacing daily activities to avoid overexertion It's important to track your pain levels and any changes in symptoms to share with your healthcare provider. They can help determine if further medication adjustments are needed. Remember that finding the right pain management strategy often requires trying different combinations of treatments.

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