Acupuncture has a long history of easing pain and physical distress in ancient China and is administered by inserting fine needles in the body. It has been accepted widely even by medical practitioners as a neuroscientific remedy for pain in bone tumors. Acupuncture involves the nerve stimulation of the neural structure that, in turn, affects the immune system and helps the healing process. In this method, a single acupuncture point is selected based on the location of the tumor. By a more scientifically developed process, it helps reduce the agitation of the central nervous system and counteracts the inflammatory mediators of the tumor. By doing so, it palliates pain with few to no side effects, and helps the patient towards a better lifestyle.

Nutrition plays a very important role in bone tumors. Depleting levels of body nutrients and bone density require a very healthy and well planned diet chart including optimum levels of whole grains, cereals, plenty of fruits, vegetables, animal/plant protein, low fat yogurt etc. The focus is to reduce swellings, and this can be achieved well with a good intake of food high in omega3 fatty acids that are anti-inflammatory and fishes like mackerel, salmon, herring, albacore tuna and black cod. Other recommended food items include green tea, turmeric, garlic and onions. These food items are helpful in bringing down levels of inflammation and boost immunity levels to prevent further spreading of the disease. Vitamin and mineral supplementation is also quite helpful. Good dosages of beta carotene, selenium, vitamin C, eicosapentaenoic acid, vitamin E etc. have been proven to yield good results.

For alleviating physical pain and clinical symptoms, the magnet therapy is becoming hugely popular and preferred across nations. In this therapy, special magnets are placed directly above the site of the tumor. The magnet pulls the drug carrying particles out of the blood vessel so that they lodge in the tumor. This technique is promising and hopeful to get rid of the related stress and queasiness of the disease. Researchers have also noted that if developed scientifically, this method can prove to be quite effective. Biological reactions towards a negative magnetic field are quite therapeutic for bone tumors as they release more oxygen in blood and result in less trauma. On the other hand, a positive magnetic field is used to excite neurons that have been inhibited by the tumor and restart the healing effect.

Homeopathy is a 200-year-old medicine system that involves a treatment that is more natural. Treatment for bone tumors are specified based on the symptoms. Plant nutrients from asafoetida has been helpful for bone related disorders and pain. The treatment involves usage of Calcarea fluorica that treats bone enlargements. If the tumors are tested to be cancerous, cadmium metallicum is used. Bryonia, arnica montana and symphytum are other medicines that are used for cancerous bone tumors. The medicines work by stimulating the body’s natural healing process through diluted remedy. Here, the patient’s symptoms, lifestyle, personality and food preferences are also taken into account for deciding on the medicinal dosage.

Ayurveda, along with herbal medicines, is emerging to be most natural treatment for tumors that can be carried alongside conventional treatment as well. Two well known herbs, ‘aabha gugglu’ and ‘madhumalini vasant rasa’ have been found to be very helpful for malignant bone tumors. To ease pain, Indian Ayurvedic oil called ‘pinda taila’ is effective if smeared on the affected area regularly. Ayurvedic practitioners swear by the three step treatment for bone tumors involving ‘Panchakarma’ (cleansing of internal systems), Ayurvedic medicines, and a healthy natural diet. The herbal medicines, on the other hand, are administered into the body either as a tincture, capsules or drunk as a tea. The commonly used medicines include cat’s claw, milk thistle, and extract from reishi mushroom. Green tea is also prescribed along with all other medicines, as it is rich in anti-oxidants and immune effects.

Using mind techniques for cancer treatment in addition to receiving medical treatment helps to reduce stress levels which then leads to a better reception of the other treatments. Meditation helps heal postures with gentle movements and concentration techniques to cleanse the marrow of toxins. A 3d OEM meditation for 5 minutes twice a day following the 3d OEM chart is effective for bone tumor cases. It strengthens the immune system, increases the strength and density of bones and helps combat depression and other psychological trauma associated with the disease. Other mind therapies like image visualization, art and music techniques, hypnotherapy etc. all work to towards alleviating clinical symptoms, physical pain, prolonging life expectancy and improving life quality.

Reiki is a fast emerging alternative for bone tumor treatment worldwide. It is a Japanese energy therapy administered by trained practitioners and is known to yield good results in many physical irregularities. It is similar in outcome to any other form of energy medicine and is based on the energy fields that surround or permeate the body. It helps tackle side effects of surgery, reduce pain pre- or post-surgery and, relax and reduce stress levels to a large extent. It is more of a complementary than alternative form of medicine for bone tumor and can be practiced alongside mainstream treatments too. During reiki sessions, the practitioner’s hand is placed lightly over the body or affected area for a few minutes. This gentle approach to healing is very appealing and rather preferred to harsh physical therapies.

Naturopathic practitioners work alongside most oncologists to provide a natural alternative treatment. This is non-invasive and supports the physiological system. This system involves a healthy internal and external environment using methods and medicinal substances that minimize the risk of harmful effects. They involve botanical medicines extracted from plants applied alongside manipulations on bones. Alongside the physical aspect, it also involves correcting mental attitudes, which in turn provides an overall progress. Several researchers feel the advantages might be as basic as the therapeutic sense of being cared for wherein relaxing as an analogous effect to well being. This approach includes emotional counseling, spiritual support, and changes in lifestyle and behavioral techniques.

Massage therapy or skin tissue manipulation technique provides activates the muscle system of the body which soothes the psychological demands. A bodywork session for such patients should be done in a gentle and measured way, and in full consultation with doctors and health care providers. It should involve slow strokes, reduced pressure on affected areas, handling body with sensitivity and smaller sessions. Some forms of massage techniques provided by therapists for bone tumor include reflexology, lymphedema massage and myofascial release. The focus remains on being compassionate and nurturing to bring forth beneficial outcome. The activity releases muscle tension, thereby increasing physical energy and making the patient feel less anxious and emotionally fulfilled.