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Alternative therapies
Last updated:
3 September 2019
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What are alternative therapies
Alternative therapies can include:
- acupuncture and acupressure
- aromatherapy
- equine therapy
- homeopathy
- hypnotherapy and hypnosis
- massage or therapeutic touch
- meditation
- music therapy
- reflexology and relaxation therapy
- reiki
- tai chi
- yoga
The alternative therapies that we may fund are limited to:
- acupuncture provided by a General Practitioner (GP) who is registered with Medicare to provide this treatment
- massage techniques provided by a physiotherapist, osteopath or chiropractor as part of a treatment plan
Legislation
Veterans’ Entitlements Act 1986
Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004
Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation (Defence‑related Claims) Act 1988