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Alternative therapies for dementia

Some alternative therapies might benefit people with dementia. They work by treating the conditions related to dementia, such as sleep problems or agitation.

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Aromatherapy, massage and dementia

There is currently limited evidence to suggest that aromatherapy and massage could be beneficial for people with dementia. 

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Cannabis, CBD oil and dementia
Currently there is no evidence to show that cannabis or cannabis oil (CBD oil) can stop, reverse or prevent dementia.
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Coconut oil and dementia
There is currently a lack of evidence to show that coconut oil plays any role in preventing or treating dementia or its symptoms.
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Light therapy and dementia

More evidence is needed before we can recommend using light therapy to help treat dementia and its symptoms.

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Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and dementia

It is thought that electrical stimulation of nerves via the skin may cause chemical changes in the brain. Learn more about this procedure as an alternative treatment for dementia.

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Treatments for dementia

Alternative therapies are just one type of treatment for dementia symptoms. Read about dementia drugs, person-centred care and help for carers.

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