Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster: A Guide of Mind-body TechniquesMind-Body techniques that will help a patient: feel calmer before surgery, recover faster, have less pain after surgery, strengthen the immune system, use less pain medication, and save money on medical bills. |
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