Adjunct therapy refers to supplementary treatments used alongside primary medical interventions to enhance effectiveness, manage symptoms, and improve patient...
Adjunct therapy involves secondary treatments used to support, enhance, or complement a primary medical treatment, rather than being the sole treatment. Its purpose is often to improve outcomes, manage side effects, or enhance quality of life.
Primary treatment directly targets the main disease or condition, while adjunct therapy works in conjunction with it. Adjuncts don't cure the primary condition but support the patient or amplify the primary treatment's effects.
Common examples include physical therapy alongside surgery recovery, psychotherapy for chronic illness management, nutritional counseling, acupuncture for pain relief, or medication to alleviate side effects of another drug.
It promotes a holistic approach to patient care, addressing not just the disease but also its impact on physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It can improve treatment adherence, reduce complications, and enhance overall recovery and quality of life.