Oncology Massage

For symptom management, research has shown Oncology Massage is an integral part of modern cancer care. Medically proven to achieve major reductions in the levels of pain, fatigue, nausea, anxiety and depression experienced by cancer patients thereby improving the quality of life for people with a history or diagnosis of cancer.  Assisting to reconnect after surgery, before during & after treatment.

​Cassandra is highly qualified in Oncology Massage having undertaken extensive training and completing all 4 levels of Oncology Massage Training.  During her training she experienced 2 weeks full time on the ward of the Olivia Newton-John Centre in Melbourne where the training included all aspects of delivering Oncology Massage in a hospital setting.

Study has shown massage it to improve:

– Pain 47%

– Fatigue 42%

– Anxiety 59%

– Nausea 51%

– Depression 48%

* Cassileth BR, Vickers AJ, 2004, Massage Therapy for Symptom Control: Outcome Study at a major Cancer Centre. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, 28:3:244-250.

For further evidence and studies regarding Oncology Massage click here:  https://www.oncologymassagetraining.com.au/index.php?content=137