Cancer Care Massage

Service Description

When going through Cancer, a lot of touch is medical – bloods, treatment, medication, lines, bags – being poked and prodded until your body doesn’t feel like yours anymore. This added with your loved ones being scared to touch you, from fear of hurting you more can make you feel very disconnected from your body and loved ones and have you craving a nurturing touch. WHAT IS ONCOLOGY MASSAGE? Safety and comfort are paramount regardless of where you are in treatment, therefore I will work with you adjusting pressures, positioning and therapy duration to ensure your massage is as comfortable, soothing and relaxing as possible. You are in control at all times. Being mindful of your treatment, medication and overall condition, this nurturing approach will bring relief and respite. With your consent, I will also contact your Consultant, GP and Medical Team to let them know what treatment you're receiving from me, to keep them in the loop, to ensure that you get the best support from your Team. SPECIFIC BENEFITS Massage has been shown to help reduce symptoms of nausea, fatigue, anxiety and also help manage pain. • Relieves tension • Relax your mind and body • Help with insomnia • Manage pain • Enhance your mood PEACE OF MIND I have been specially trained in Oncology&Palliative Care Massage, which consisted of theory, physiology, researching clinical studies and practical training. It is also good practice to notify your consultant and let them know you would like to receive gentle, nurturing, specialist massage. I can travel to wherever you are in Edinburgh – Hospital, Hospice or at Home.