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   Can massage cause cancer?

   • Some people worry that massage could cause cancer cells to spread to other parts of the body. Research has not found any evidence of this happening, but massage therapists will avoid any areas affected by cancer, such as tumour sites or lymph nodes. Talk to your cancer doctor or specialist nurse if you are worried.

   Massage or other touch therapies - Macmillan Cancer Support

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   Why do people with cancer use massage?

   • One of the main reasons people with cancer use massage is because it helps them feel good. It is a way they feel they can help themselves. Massage therapy can help lift your mood, improve your sleep and enhance your well being. There is some evidence to help support these benefits. Massage for people with cancer might help you relax and cope with:

   Massage therapy | Complementary and Alternative Therapies | Cancer

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   Can oncology massage help people living with cancer?

   • We asked expert John Holman to explain oncology massage and answer people’s fears. Massage for those living with cancer, sometimes known as oncology massage, has been shown to benefit people living with cancer in different ways.

   Is massage safe for people with cancer? - World Cancer Research Fund

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   Is light massage safe for people with cancer?

   • Light massage is safe for most people with cancer, but there are some settings in which massage therapy should be avoided altogether among people with cancer. Some of these include: Known blood clots: Massage should not be done for anyone who has been diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary emboli.

   Benefits and Techniques of Oncology Massage - Verywell Health

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   Should I get a massage if I have cancer?

   • Massages can be soft and gentle, or more active. Some may be uncomfortable. Cancer doctors and complementary therapists usually advise you to try gentle massage and avoid vigorous, deep tissue massage. Your massage therapist can change the pressure for your comfort. Massages can last for different lengths of time.

   Massage or other touch therapies - Macmillan Cancer Support

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   Can massage reduce cancer fatigue?

   • Massage has been found to reduce cancer fatigue in some people. While not a life-threatening symptom, fatigue is one of the more annoying and frustrating symptoms for people with cancer and often persists for years after treatment has been completed in those with early-stage disease.

   Benefits and Techniques of Oncology Massage - Verywell Health

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   During cancer treatment, your cancer doctor may advise you not to have a massage that lasts longer than 20 minutes. Is it safe to have a massage if I have cancer? Some people worry that massage could cause cancer cells to spread to other parts of the body.

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   John writes: Yes, massage is safe if you are a person living with, or beyond, cancer – even if you have been told that your cancer is life-limiting. Massage should be available to you, if you want to have it. In reality, not all types of massage are suitable for those living with cancer: deep tissue massage is best avoided, and a number of aromathe...

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   However, the number one reason that therapists or businesses may refuse to treat you is the fear that the act of massage could spread cancer cells to other parts of your body. I am happy to report that there is simply no scientific evidence to support this belief. If you are, however, still unsure about getting a massage it’s best to speak to your ...

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   On the positive side of things, these outdated and obsolete beliefs are being challenged and the profession is beginning to change. High quality standards have been drawn up based on the very latest scientific understandings about massage and cancer. The leading professional associations are now actively promoting massage for people with cancer and...

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4. www.cancer.org.au › iheard › does-massage-spread-cancerDoes massage spread cancer? - Cancer Council

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   There is no credible evidence that massage spreads cancer. In fact, many cancer patients find massage helpful, improving their overall psychological wellbeing and relieving some symptoms related to treatment.

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   Aug 24, 2022 · A cancer massage, also known as an oncology massage, uses a light gentle touch with slow and steady movements to help the body relax. Avoid deep tissue massages during cancer treatment, which can contribute to pain and fatigue.

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   Research into massage and cancer. There is no scientific evidence that massage can treat cancer. But it is commonly used to help people feel more relaxed. It might help people cope with their cancer and symptoms. Trials have been carried out to find out whether massage can help people with cancer.

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   Jul 13, 2018 · An overview of the research regarding the use of massage to improve cancer- or treatment-related symptoms as well as quality of life.

9. blog.dana-farber.org › insight › 2018Can Massages Spread Lymphoma? - Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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   Feb 20, 2018 · The simple answer: No. “There is absolutely no evidence that lymphoma can be spread by massage,” says Ann LaCasce, MD, MMSc, a p hysician in the Adult Lymphoma Program at Dana-Farber and director of the Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare Fellowship Program in Hematology/Medical Oncology.