Complimentry Therapies
Complimentary Therapy is based on a holistic approach which means you are seen as a whole person and that your body, mind and spirit are inter-linked and contribute to your general well-being. Complimentary therapists support cancer patients during and after their treatment. Many cancer patients find that it helps reduce the side-effects of their treatment and also reduces stress.
However you should consult your doctor before using complimentary therapy. You should ideally look for a reliable therapist who has worked with cancer sufferers before. You should also check the number of sessions required and the cost.
Most doctors advise that complimentary therapy should not be used to replace conventional medicine but rather to compliment conventional medicine.
Examples of complimentary therapy
- • Massage
- • Reflexology
- • Yoga
- • Art therapy
- • Acupuncture