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A Complementary Therapy in the Treatment of Cancer
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Charlotte Michael Versagi, LMT, NCTMB was searching for an avenue that would enable her to remain involved in the medical field while branching out in a new direction. As a nurse undergoing training as a clinical massage therapist, Charlotte became intrigued by the growth of oncology massage as an holistic therapy in the treatment of cancer patients. We met with Charlotte recently, and listened as she described the role that oncology massage can play in helping patients experiencing the journey of cancer;
Oncology massage is very unique form of massage. A breast cancer patient that has had a mastectomy or lumpectomy has scars on the chest wall that need to be worked to help the patient recover their full range of motion. If the patient had lymph nodes removed, she is at risk for developing lymphedema, which is swelling caused by lymph accumulating in the the tissues. She is losing her hair, her scalp itches and hurts, and she has lost her sense of beauty and sense of self. She is also at risk for developing chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy, which is the pins and needles tingling in the hands a feet. Cancer patients receiving oncology massage can experience improved sleep, lowering of blood pressure, less symptom distress, lower anxiety and pain levels, and improved self-image.
While experiencing the journey of cancer it is important to treat not only the body, but the mind and spirit, as well. I address the scarring and discomfort issues while also cultivating the mind-body connection as the patient heals. Cancer is a chronic disease that is no longer a death sentence. Many people live for years after developing cancer, and my role is to nurture, soothe, and comfort the patient as their body heals. Through oncology massage, patients gain a sense of empowerment that enables them to take control of the direction of their lives and the healing process.
I serve clients throughout the Northeast Ohio community, whether they are newly diagnosed with cancer, in the middle of chemotherapy treatments, are post-operative, or are ten years out. Oncology massage is a relatively new field of massage therapy, and there are only three people in the United States qualified to teach oncology massage. I am proud to be the Medical Director of Education at Beaumont hospitals in Michigan where I teach oncology massage to therapists from all over the country seeking to learn this very specific skill.
If you or a loved one are experiencing the journey of cancer, call Charlotte Versagi, LMT, NCTMB today, and don't forget to tell her Elyria, Ohio Business & Living
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