Chiropractors (Cost: Up to $1,000+)

A single chiropractic treatment costs approximately $100 but the patient will usually gain immediate but temporary relief until the next treatment session. Hence, more typically, a complete course of chiropractic treatment can cost a patient anywhere from $1,000 and up.

Massage Therapists (Cost: Variable; approximately $60-$100 per hour; Total annual cost for monthly visits: $720-$1,200)

Many people with back or neck/shoulder pain enjoy a good massage. A massage usually can provide some relief over the short term and will set the customer back between $100 per hour. Customers usually return frequently for their massage, every week or every month, so total massage costs can vary a lot.

Acupuncture, Tui-na and other alternative therapies (Cost: Variable; typically $60-$120 per session; Total annual cost for monthly visits: $720-$1,440)

Other alternative treatments like acupuncture cost approximately $60-$120 per session, and the customer is encouraged to make repeat visits. Customers will usually gain immediate but temporary relief until the next treatment session. A typical acupuncture customer will make monthly visits to his acupuncturist, bringing total costs to approximately $720-$1440 annually.

Physical Therapy (Cost: up to $540 for insurance co-payments, or $1,800+ without insurance)

Physical therapy has many rehabilitative strengths, especially for post-surgical and special needs patients. It's possible to use Red Meridian Sports Injury Patches to complement your physical therapy plan, but we advise you to speak to your doctor first. The cost of treatment plan will typically consist of a 1-hour session with the therapist for 2 to 3 times a week, over 2 to 6 weeks. Since each hourly session costs approximately $100, total physical therapy costs can come up to $1,800. These days, however, physical therapy is covered by most insurance plans, so the direct costs are the co-pay charges of between $20-$30 per visit, totaling up to $540.