Gina,

There are many alternative/awesome forms of healthcare that one should turn to before drugs or surgery as they are a LAST resort.
I myself am prejudice toward chiropractic first to correct the spinal misalignment/disfunction called the vertebral subluxation complex. Once the alignment is corrected and the body is functioning properly then therapy is a good adjunct to utilize to help in stabiliinge the area involved. Feel free to contact me with any other questions.

Here is an article we wrote about what I have found that has helped me:

http://www.successfulhealing.com/Pain.htm

Angie