Studies show that meditation and biofeedback lower pain for some people and help them handle it better. Massage may ease your stress, cut stiffness, and make your joints hurt less. Research shows that acupuncture can be helpful for other conditions, but it's not been well-studied for rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
These methods may not work for everyone, and it's a good idea to talk to your doctor first -- especially if you want to take any herbs or supplements, because some could affect your medications.