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Doctors are increasingly looking to alternative ways to address pain, through exercise, physical therapy, yoga, meditation, massage and acupuncture.

To better understand America's pain problem and what to do about it, USA TODAY spoke with more than 50 pain experts and people with chronic pain.

Nearly two-thirds (62%) of people with cancer want to know about complementary therapies such as exercise, nutrition counseling, massage, and meditation before starting conventional treatment, but only 33% of oncologists agree with that timeline, according to a new survey conducted on behalf of Samueli Foundation.

According to a recent study, nearly two-thirds of cancer patients want to learn more about complementary therapies like exercise, nutrition counselling, massage, and meditation before beginning conventional treatment, but only 33 percent of oncologists concur with that timeline.

As a family physician for more than 40 years, I have had countless patients come to me desperately hoping to alleviate their chronic pain. It is rarely their first time searching for relief, with many having already turned to opioids or alcohol — with devastating results. They are struggling, and they want answers from their doctors and care providers. My experience and research show that