Body & Soul Therapies

More than likely, you know someone who currently is undergoing cancer treatment or has had cancer.  It is the leading cause of death in individuals 35-64 years of age and the second leading cause of death in individuals 65 and older (the first being heart disease in this age category). The American Cancer Society recommends massage therapy to bring comfort and to improve the quality of life for cancer patients, although not to specifically treat cancer. 

Benefits   

Before Chemo, Radiation or Surgery

• Relaxation, decreased tension & anxiety
• Reduced nausea
• Reduced pain
• Enhanced energy level - which is depleted as a side effect of surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation
• Improved mental attitude
• Improved quality of life
• Reduction in lymphedema (swelling related to lymph node involvement and interventions)
• Assists in reducing any pre-op swelling in the area by increasing lymphatic flow and blood circulation
• Boosts immunity, which enhances your ability to fight infection AND prepares the body for the upcoming "tissue trauma" associated with any surgery

After Chemo, Radiation or Surgery

• Decreased discomfort in the surgical area by decreasing swelling
• Eliminates fluid collection/stagnation by enhancing lymphatic drainage
• Speeds your body's recovery process by delivering increased levels of oxygen and nutrients to your cells
• Assists in removing toxins (damaged cells, anesthesia chemicals, and other pharmaceutical agents) from your body (blood & lymph circulation)
• Helps to minimize excessive bruising (ecchymosis) at the surgical site
• Helps to minimize and speed healing of radiation burns
• Supports the body's immune system and may help to prevent or fight an infection, in case it occurs
• Replenishes energy that is depleted during the course of treatment or surgery
• Assists in restoring the body physically, mentally and emotionally after the "trauma" of these interventions

CANCER SUPPORT    60 min - $70
A combination of light therapeutic massage and energy work, this session is especially personalized to support you on your Path to Wellness.  Aimed at revitalizing your depleted energy system, this session offers gentle detoxification and energy infusion.   

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