Massage therapy
Massage therapy can aid in reducing muscle tension, improving circulation, and providing relief from pain and fatigue.
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy can help ease muscle tension, boost circulation, and offer relief from pain and treatment-related fatigue, supporting overall comfort and well-being.
Disclaimer: This service is offered in partnership with our community partner at Conestoga College. For your first visit, you will need to create an account through their client portal to complete your booking.Massage Therapy
Massage therapy can aid in reducing muscle tension, improving circulation, and providing relief from pain and fatigue.
Massage therapy is a hands-on therapeutic technique that involves manipulating the soft tissues of the body to promote relaxation, alleviate muscle tension, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being. It can be beneficial for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers, providing physical and emotional relief during their cancer journey.
How can Massage Therapy help me?
Benefits of massage therapy
Communication and Connection
Massage therapy sessions offer an opportunity for open communication between cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and the massage therapist. This safe and supportive environment encourages individuals to express their concerns, preferences, and needs, fostering a stronger therapeutic alliance and enhancing the overall experience.
Pain Management
Massage therapy has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing pain, alleviating muscle tension, and easing discomfort associated with cancer and its treatments. Promoting relaxation and improving blood circulation, it can enhance pain management strategies and relieve common symptoms such as fatigue and nausea.
Stress Reduction
Cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers often face emotional and psychological challenges. Massage therapy provides a nurturing and safe environment that allows individuals to relax, unwind, and release tension. This can help reduce anxiety, depression, and stress, fostering a sense of emotional well-being and providing much-needed respite during challenging times.
Meet your practitioners
Our practitioners are certified and experienced in providing these relaxation techniques tailored to the unique needs of cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. We strive to create a quiet and supportive environment to facilitate your journey towards healing and improved well-being.
We welcome you to explore our relaxation programs and experience the benefits firsthand. Contact us to schedule a session or learn more about how these practices can complement your cancer journey.
Number of Appointments Available: Two per month per member (please don’t book more than twice a month, as we have other members waiting for support as well)
Time Slots: 12:15 p.m. & 1:45 p.m. on Tuesdays, and 4:15 p.m. & 5:45 p.m. on Thursdays
Parking: Use Lot 6-7 (Entrance 3). Parking is provided free by Conestoga College. When you arrive at the massage clinic, please provide your licence plate number.
Directions to the Clinic:
1. Walk through Entrance 3-look for signs for the RMT Program
2. Walk towards the Education Centre to the Massage Clinic
3. Upon arrival, Christian or a Student Massage Therapist will check you in and guide you to your session.
Disclaimer*: If it’s your first time signing up for the program, in order to book an appointment, you will need to sign up for a free Conestoga College Student Massage Clinic Account. To ensure everyone in our community has the chance to receive support, we ask that each member does not book more than two appointments per month.
Importaint things to note
Explore Massage Therapy programs
Frequently asked questions
Here is a list of commonly asked questions. If you need further details or have a question not on this list, contact us. Please leave us a message at 519-742-4673
Is Massage Therapy safe for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers?
Are Therapeutic Touch, Massage Therapy, and Reiki suitable for all stages of cancer?
How can Therapeutic Touch, Massage Therapy, and Reiki support emotional well-being during the cancer journey?
How can I prepare for a session?
What benefits can these practices offer during the cancer journey?
Therapeutic Touch, Massage Therapy, and Reiki offer a range of potential benefits, including:
- Stress Reduction: They may help alleviate stress, anxiety, and emotional strain commonly experienced during the cancer journey.
- Pain Management: They may assist in managing pain and discomfort associated with cancer treatments or the disease itself.
- Improved Well-being: They may contribute to an overall sense of well-being, aiding relaxation, enhancing quality of life, and fostering a positive outlook.
- Supportive Care: These practices may complement traditional medical treatments by offering additional support for the mind and body throughout the cancer journey.
Should I discuss these practices with my healthcare team?
What is Therapeutic Touch, Massage Therapy, and Reiki, and how do they differ?
Therapeutic Touch, Massage Therapy, and Reiki are complementary therapies that aim to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. They differ in their techniques and approaches:
- Therapeutic Touch: Involves the practitioner using their hands near the patient’s body to detect and redirect energy flow.
- Massage Therapy: Utilizes various hand movements and pressures on the body’s tissues to relax muscles, reduce tension, and improve circulation.
- Reiki: Involves the practitioner laying hands lightly on or over the body to channel healing energy to promote balance and relaxation.
How do these practices help manage pain associated with cancer or its treatments?
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