Complementary Therapies

Some complementary therapies may help relieve certain symptoms of cancer, relieve side effects of cancer treatment or improve a patient's sense of well-being. At the Regional Cancer Care Center we make the following complementary therapies available to our patients.

Acupuncture
Are you curious about acupuncture? This ancient therapeutic practice has entered the modern age, and been shown to be effective for symptoms relating to cancer and associated treatment. It may help with pain, nausea, fatigue, hot flashes, peripheral neuropathy, depression, anxiety and insomnia. Acupuncture is now available to patients on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and appointments last an hour. Treatments are given by licensed acupuncturists who are pursuing doctoral training in traditional Chinese medicine and oncology through Bastyr University in Seattle. The $30 fee is a considerable reduction from regular acupuncture treatment prices, and is payable at the time of service. Call 360-814-2146 to schedule your appointment.

Therapeutic Massage
Carla Rinker, LMP
Massage therapy is holistic in nature treating the body, mind and spirit, and has numerous benefits for cancer patients in various stages of treatment and survivorship. Massage may decrease symptoms such as fatigue, nausea and diarrhea as well as increase relaxation and improve sleep. Therapeutic touch can decrease anxiety and depression and increase feelings of well-being. Massage is now available to patients on Fridays. Appointments last one hour and the cost is $65 per session and is payable at the time of service. Please see the clinic receptionist or call 360-814-2146 to schedule your appointment.
 

For additional information about Complementary Therapies visit National Cancer Institute. The NCI publishes a free booklet titled Thinking About Complementary and Alternative Medicine: A Guide For People With Cancer. Please visit their website to order your free copy.