One big problem with this is that finding an integrative practitioner is a difficult task, compounded by the fact that most insurance does not cover holistic care. Western medicine and the AMA seem to dictate what kind of care we can or cannot receive. Availability and affordability are major obstacles. We seem to have little control over the kind of treatment we receive, but my guess is that most of us would be delighted to include integrative medicine into our treatment regime.

Personally, I would like to try medical marijuana, as a mode that might lead to reduction in my dose of Methotrexate. The cost would be prohibitive, however, since it would not be covered by insurance. It seems that people who have conditions that are labeled incurable by our MDs should have access to any innocuous substance that provides relief. Best of luck to all!