Oncology Massage
Massage for those who have had a cancer diagnosis (past or present).
Oncology massage is an adaptation of massage techniques to safely work with those dealing with the effects of cancer and cancer treatment. I will design and modify the session according to the client’s physical, emotional and mental status. A General Health and Oncology Intake process informs the individualized care. Some adaptation to the massage treatment includes, but is not limited to the duration of session, draping, positioning, massage stroke direction, and pressure adjustments.
Clinical research supports the use of massage to promote and accelerate healing.
Benefits include:
- Improved quality of life
- Reduce anxiety
- Help with the management of pain
- Improve quality of sleep
- Reduce fatigue
- Reduce unpleasant sensation from chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy
- Increase function in areas affected by scar tissue resulting from surgery and/or radiation
- Reduce post-surgical swelling and support rehabilitation and recovery
- Support the lymph system and assist with lymphedema management
- Improve body awareness and image
Special medical consideration is given to:
- Fatigue
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Low blood cell counts
- Blood clots
- Bone pain
- Bone and organ metastases
- Radiation or surgery
- Lymph node excision
- Lymphedema
- Medications
- Medical devices
- How a client is handling their daily activities.
To Learn More Visit The Society for Oncology Massage Website: s4om.org
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Oncology Massage
My journey with Unite for HER
My journey with Unite for HER
Unite for Her is a non-profit organization focusing on integrative complementary oncology care for breast and ovarian cancer members. Oncology massage is an essential part of the program since its inception. Oncology Massage is the adaptation of massage techniques to safely treat individuals who are experiencing the effects of cancer and cancer treatment. The adaptations may be related to the positioning, pacing, pressure, area of the body treated or avoided and the timing or length of a massage session.
I have been a Unite for HER provider from 2012 to present.
My journey with Unite for HER
My journey with Unite for HER
My journey with Unite for HER
I have treated hundreds of clients throughout the many stages of living with cancer. From initial diagnosis to post surgery/treatment, massage can find a place in your wellness, comfort and recovery. In addition to my private practice, I work with the Unite for HER organization as an expert speaker on massage and hands-on therapist during their wellness days.