Oncology massage can play an important role in someone's cancer journey -

Oncology massage can play an important role in someone's cancer journey -

Cancer is no longer a contraindication to massage. The benefits to support someone’s wellbeing with touch can be extremely beneficial both physically and mentally. Oncology massage can play an important role in someone’s cancer journey.

What are the potential benefits of Oncology massage/body work?

  • Improves effectiveness of medication, physical therapy and other medical procedures

  • Improves quality of sleep

  • Improves scar tissue elasticity

  • Shortens hospital stays

  • Increased patient awareness

  • Relief from touch deprivation

  • Re-establishes a positive body image

  • Decreases anxiety and depression

  • Gives hope

  • Less isolated

  • Provides a form of distraction

  • Gives your client a sense of control

For a long time massage in cancer care has been widely mis understood with some people claiming it to be unsafe.

In recent years more and more studies have proven the benefits of oncology body work using techniques such as massage, modified compression and distraction.

Is Oncology massage safe?

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If you would like more information to find out how I can help or if your current diagnosis is suitable for treatment, please do not hesitate to contact me. All oncology appointments will be pre screened via telephone conversation or zoom if available. Please fill in the below form and answer questions 1-5 as best as you can. Thank you