Table 2 Complementary therapies frequently used in cancer patients

• Touch therapies: acupuncture, aromatherapy, reflexology, and massage

• Mind–body therapies: relaxation, guided imagery and hypnosis, yoga, meditation, tai chi

• Energy therapies: Reiki, therapeutic touch, and healing touch

• Talking therapies: trained counsellors (one-to-one) or group sharing experiences

• Changes in Daily lifestyle: physical activity, healthy diet, vitamins, probiotics, herbalism