Oncology Massage improves the quality of life for people with a history or diagnosis of cancer.

What is Oncology Massage?

It reduces the side effects experienced from the conventional treatment of cancer and the symptoms of the disease process itself (Cassileth and Vickers, 2004). Light touch massage, as taught by Oncology Massage Training (OMT), was the most effective form of massage therapy offered in this study. Oncology Massage is a mindful, safe and relaxing massage.

How does massage help?

Patients found improments in multiple areas including:

  • Pain improved by 47% 
  • Fatigue improved by 42% 
  • Anxiety improved by 59% 
  • Nausea improved by 51% 
  • Depression improved by 48% 
  • Other (including shortness of breath, memory problems, dry mouth or disturbed sleep) improved by 48% 

The study by Cassileth and Vickers (2004), "Massage therapy for symptom control: outcome study at a major cancer center." can be read here. 

 

 

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Find relief for yourself (or your loved one) from symptoms of lymphatic or oncological illnesses. Call Asako on 0433 287 791 to discuss your initial consultation and any concerns you might have about the treatments available to you.