Janet Penny

Oncology massage in the hands of a trained therapist brings both restorative and rehabilitative benefits to people impacted by cancer and its treatments.

Oncology massage is, at its core, remarkably simple. It is not defined by complex techniques or specific routines. Emblematic of oncology massage is the skill and presence cultivated by an oncology massage-trained therapist. This requires on-going education and a commitment to providing both nuanced care and staying up-to-date on current best practices. Massage therapists take into consideration not just the diagnosis, but the whole person. This is easier to do in a community than on one’s...

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