The Body Show: Alternatives to Pain Medication

By Kathy Kozak

Published January 16, 2017 at 12:48 PM HST

The opioid crisis is in full force nationwide. But there are other options for people who are suffering in chronic pain that don't come just in a pill. Next time on the Body Show, talking with a health psychologist about hypnosis, meditation and more.

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Kathy Kozak

Dr. Kathy Kozak hosts The Body Show on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. on HPR-1.

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