Care For Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

Care For Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

By Rian Scott (R.Ac) For most of us when we wake up in the morning and get out of bed, we often take for granted that we can walk normally, with full range of motion and the use of our extremities. However, for oncology patients who have or are undergoing...
5 Benefits of Acupuncture in Cancer Care 

5 Benefits of Acupuncture in Cancer Care 

Acupuncture is an aspect of Traditional Chinese Medicine—one that’s been practiced for thousands of years. Despite the many evolutions and iterations of acupuncture over the years, one thing has always remained true from the beginning—the healing properties of...
Chemotherapy Support and Side Effect Relief

Chemotherapy Support and Side Effect Relief

Are you dreading chemotherapy?  Worried about chemo side effects, such as nausea and vomiting, fatigue, diarrhea or constipation, hair loss, and more?  Chemotherapy horror stories are easy to find on the internet, but don’t worry – there’s a lot that acupuncture...
4 Common Myths about Chinese Medicine for Cancer 

4 Common Myths about Chinese Medicine for Cancer 

Although Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been practiced for over 5,000 years in most Asian countries, it’s only recently started entering the western consciousness as a viable treatment method for various physical and mental ailments. When many people think of...
The Benefits of Acupuncture for Cancer Patients

The Benefits of Acupuncture for Cancer Patients

Whether it’s surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a stem cell transplant, many patients can attest to the fact that cancer treatment is extremely emotionally and physically draining. In some cases, the pain and discomfort you feel from the treatment can be...