Non-pharmacological intervention
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non-pharmacological intervention (NPI) is any type of healthcare intervention which is not primarily based on medication. Some examples include exercise,[1] sleep improvement,[2] and dietary habits.[3]
Non-pharmacological interventions may be intended to prevent or treat (ameliorate or cure) diseases or other health-related conditions, or to improve public health. They can be educational and may involve a variety of lifestyle or environmental changes.[4] Complex or multicomponent interventions use multiple strategies,[5] and they often involve the participation of several types of care providers.[6]
Non-pharmacological interventions can call on various fields of expertise, such as surgery, medical devices, rehabilitation, psychotherapy, and behavioral interventions.[6]