Studies show the clinical benefits from oncology massage are good for the body and mind. Recipients of oncology massage share that they have less pain, less anxiety, and they sleep better.

Oncology massage can significantly help patients from the point of diagnosis through long-term survivorship.

Oncology trained massage practitioners adjust treatments to accommodate for the side-effects and pain associated with cancer and cancer treatments, as well as medical devices, such as chemotherapy ports.

In order to ensure the therapist meets the requirement to administer Oncology Massage and to find a practitioner near you please visit Society for Oncology Massage at S4OM.org

Clients typically come for massage a few days before entering the next round of chemo.

The various types of chemo effect everyone differently, so please listen to your body to determine the best timing for you.

Yes, oncology trained massage therapists understand how to provide therapeutic touch gently and safely to patients while in radiation treatment.

Allow two weeks after surgery to receive massage. If you’ve had lymph nodes removed it is essential that you see an Oncology trained massage therapist who understands how to adjust pressure around the effected areas.

Allow 12 weeks to begin working on scar tissue. Scar tissue release is gentle and effective.

I have personally seen changes in scars up to 30 years old - it’s not too late to begin wherever you are.

Yes! I am a certified decongestive therapist and treat lymphedema caused by cancer treatments. I often blend Oncology Massage and Lymphatic Drainage in sessions when appropriate.