Posted on July 8, 2008 in Latest News
Massage therapy can help the breast cancer patients physically and emotionally! Research conducted by the school of medicine, University of Miami, found that massage therapy is safe to prescribe for the breast cancer patients.
Benefits of Massage Therapy
- Massage therapy can decrees the depression, anxiety and anger of the patient
- It increases the number of Natural Killer cells which destroys the cancer cells
- It improve their immunity and neuroendocrine functions
- The level of dopamine, a chemical which induces the feeling of well-being and serotonin, a neurotransmitter responsible for the modulation of anger, depression is increased
- Increases the flow of lymph fluids in the breast
- Helps patients suffering from fatigue
- Relieves the negative feeling and uneasiness associated with the chemotherapy
Amma massage therapy, ancient Asian therapy, and Aroma therapy can improve the quality of life of the patient
Things to Remember
- Consult your physician/oncologist before the therapy
- Find a trained masseur for the therapy
- Inform the masseur about the treatment you are undergoing
- If you have undergone a breast surgery, do not lie on your stomach while undergoing the therapy, instead, lie on your back
- Make sure that you are not allergic to the oils or lotion used for the therapy
- Avoid the areas which have undergone radiation therapy
- Start with a shorter period of massage, followed by lengthy therapies
- If you feel pain while undergoing the therapy ask your masseur to reduce the pressure or speed of the stroke
Tips to prevent Breast Cancer
- Do not use Bra for more 12 hours a day, many studies have found that prolonged (more than 12hours a day) use of bra increases the chance breast cancer
- Self-massage and self inspection can prevent the breast cancer
Let your friends and relatives know about the precautions and the treatments.
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