Integration of Complementary & Conventional Care for Patients with Musculoskeletal Disorders

Dr. Wang’s team regularly recommends meditation/mindfulness to patients, especially in the late afternoon after they are tired from the day. “Just put your mind there for 20 minutes so you will see how much changes,” she says.

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