Dr. Meyer: I worked in hospitals for 26 years before I made the mistake of going into the real estate business, and at one time I was wholeheartedly against alternative treatments. . However, something happened, which caused me to seek out a recommended chiropractor, and he was wonderful in helping me with my problem. Then in 1992, I developed Bell's palsy (God was I ugly). I chose acupunture, which helped me get over the paralysis quicker. So there are things that alternative practitioners can help. Good luck in your research. Jo Ann from Houston