ONCOLOGY MASSAGE
Oncology Massage
This gentle, safe and recognised therapy is adapted to consider all aspects of medical treatment and health priorities. The clinical guidelines set out specifically for oncology massage therapy, and the team's experience in its application, mean you will be in good hands at all stages of the cancer process, from initial diagnosis through every step of the oncology treatment and beyond.
Oncology massage has been adopted widely as a therapeutic approach to soothe and reduce the impact of symptoms and side effects when undergoing cancer treatment.
Gentle massage techniques specially developed to encourage the relaxation response (PSNS) relieving physical symptoms, and calming mind and body.
What to expect during an oncology massage:
An adapted gentle touch therapy to soothe tensions which in turn can minimise the effects of cancer treatment, as well as symptoms. This differs from person to person, and sequences are adapted to current conditions, or limitations on the day. Posture support is provided to ensure comfort, safety and ease which encourages the body's relaxation response. Safe natural products are used for application on the skin
Long term benefits
As part of a wellness plan, oncology massage is a valuable complement towards regaining function and confidence. It provides the space and care to restore human connection, validate physical and emotional challenges and regain balance and healing. The main effects from chemotherapy and radiation such as fatigue, nausea, anxiety or peripheral neuropathy are significantly reduced to restore a new level of wellness.
Primrose
Encompass Health Client
"I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, but I had the gene so I eventually had my ovaries removed. Because of this and the medication I was on I started to gain weight. Because I was virtually in early menopause, this was having implications for my heart. The Encompass nutritionist was so lovely. She made it fun. Asked what OI was eating and it was pretty good. But she tweaked things. More water, add some lentils to meals to increase the protein, just small manageable thins and I lost 6 kilos while I was with her and I am still losing. She made it fun, achievable and made me accountable."
