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   Is massage good for cancer patients?

   • The strongest evidence for benefits of massage is for stress and anxiety reduction, although research for pain control and management of other symptoms common to patients with cancer, including pain, is promising.

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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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   Is massage a safe treatment for pain after cancer surgery?

   • In contrast to many of the current methods available for treating pain, massage also appears to be relatively safe. Myofascial massage is thought to be a promising treatment for addressing chronic pain following cancer surgery and may also be helpful in improving mobility. Prevention of Chemotherapy-Related Neuropathic Pain

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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.

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   What type of massage is best for cancer treatment?

   • Deep tissue massage: This type of massage is not usually used during active cancer treatment, but may be used to help with chronic pain and limited motion due to scar tissue after treatment is done. The best type of massage can vary depending on your symptoms and how your cancer and cancer treatments have affected your body.

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   Can massage therapy help with depression & mood disorders in cancer patients?

   • There is some research, however, that massage therapy may help with depression and mood disorders in cancer patients. For example, a meta-analysis indicated a significant association between massage therapy and alleviated symptoms of depression.

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2. www.macmillan.org.uk › cancer-information-andMassage or other touch therapies - Macmillan Cancer Support

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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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5. www.cancerresearchuk.org › massageMassage therapy | Complementary and ... - Cancer Research UK

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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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   Aug 24, 2022 · 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.

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   Massage Therapy for Patients with Cancer. From providing stress relief to helping patients better handle symptoms such as pain and side effects like nausea, find out how massage therapy can benefit cancer patients in a variety of ways.

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   Sep 20, 2022 · Massage is effective in reducing symptoms associated with cancer such as pain and anxiety. Current oncology guidelines recommend using massage for depression, mood disorders, enhanced coping, and short-term pain relief.

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   Conventional care for patients with cancer can safely incorporate massage therapy, although cancer patients may be at higher risk of rare adverse events. The strongest evidence for benefits of massage is for stress and anxiety reduction, although research for pain control and management of other symptoms common to patients with cancer ...