Oncology massage is a customized service designed to meet the unique and changing needs of someone in, or with a history of , cancer treatment; recognizing and safely work within a framework of clinical considerations to provide a safe, satisfying and therapeutic session.
Oncology massage is the adaptation of massage techniques to safely nurture the body affected by cancer or its treatments, taking into consideration:
* Fatigue and peripheral neuropathy
* Low blood cells counts or blood clots
* Bone metastases
* Radiation or surgery
* Removal of lymph nodes
* Skin side effects following treatment
* Lymphedema or risk thereof
Reported benefits:
* Reduce pain and fatigue
* Decrease anxiety and nausea
* Improve sleep
* Nurture well-being
