Wellness And Therapy Guides
Oncology Massage
What is Oncology Massage?
Oncology massage is a specialised form of massage therapy which is tailored to meet the unique needs and considerations of people undergoing cancer treatment or living with cancer.
Unlike traditional massage, which may focus solely on relaxation and muscle tension relief, or deep tissue massage, which may go too deep and give the body too much of a release, oncology massage is focused on gentle and slow strokes which are adapted to accommodate the physical and emotional challenges associated with cancer.
This form of massage is specific to people experiencing cancer and must be delivered by qualified therapists.
Oncology massage is a specialised form of massage therapy which is tailored to meet the unique needs and considerations of people undergoing cancer treatment or living with cancer.
Unlike traditional massage, which may focus solely on relaxation and muscle tension relief, or deep tissue massage, which may go too deep and give the body too much of a release, oncology massage is focused on gentle and slow strokes which are adapted to accommodate the physical and emotional challenges associated with cancer.
This form of massage is specific to people experiencing cancer and must be delivered by qualified therapists.
Benefits for People Living With Cancer
Oncology massage aims to provide relief from treatment side effects, relieve aches and pains, promote deep relaxation, improve sleep quality, boost mood, and enhance overall wellbeing.
Oncology massage focuses on gentle fascial mobilisation to release muscle tension, move liquid through the body to support rehydration, circulate nutrients around the body, and support relaxation physically and emotionally.
It offers a supportive and nurturing experience that complements conventional cancer care.
Oncology massage can reduce muscular tension, pain, fatigue, anxiety, depression and nausea.
Benefits for People Living With Cancer
Oncology massage aims to provide relief from treatment side effects, relieve aches and pains, promote deep relaxation, improve sleep quality, boost mood, and enhance overall wellbeing.
Oncology massage focuses on gentle fascial mobilisation to release muscle tension, move liquid through the body to support rehydration, circulate nutrients around the body, and support relaxation physically and emotionally.
It offers a supportive and nurturing experience that complements conventional cancer care.
Oncology massage can reduce muscular tension, pain, fatigue, anxiety, depression and nausea.
What to Expect from Your Session
Oncology trained therapists provide expert safe and gentle touch needed for clients during and after treatment.
During an oncology massage session, the massage therapist employs gentle and soothing techniques to address specific concerns.
The therapist adapts pressure, positioning, and duration of the massage to ensure comfort and safety, taking into account factors like tumour location, surgery scars, and ongoing treatments.
What to Expect from Your Session
Oncology trained therapists provide expert safe and gentle touch needed for clients during and after treatment.
During an oncology massage session, the massage therapist employs gentle and soothing techniques to address specific concerns.
The therapist adapts pressure, positioning, and duration of the massage to ensure comfort and safety, taking into account factors like tumour location, surgery scars, and ongoing treatments.
