Key takeaways

  • Complementary therapies can be used to help manage Crohn’s disease symptoms and support overall well-being.
  • Options like acupuncture, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and certain probiotics may offer symptom relief for some, though it’s important to talk to your doctor before adding a complementary therapy to your treatment plan.
  • These therapies are meant to be used alongside standard medical treatment, not replace it.

If you have Crohn’s disease and are thinking about trying complementary therapy to help you manage, you’re not alone. Up to 60% of people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, use complementary therapies as a part of their care.

Consider complementary therapies as add-ons to your prescribed treatment plan. These approaches are not meant to replace any of your medications, as they won’t help you manage the underlying disease. However, they may help reduce some symptoms of Crohn’s disease and improve your quality of life.

Click through the guide below to learn about some complementary therapies for Crohn’s disease, then talk to your doctor before adding them to your treatment plan.