Massage is a respite that brings comfort during illness

If a drug were discovered that provided the many benefits massage gives..., pharmaceutical companies would be falling all over themselves..to bottle it.  Granted, pharmacological interventions are necessary, but percodan cannot touch the pain in the soul, and prednisone can't heal wounded emotions. Gayle MacDonald, Medicine Hands.

Anxiety and pain often accompany illness.   Medical treatments can be rigorous and draining.

Pain cycle can be interrupted with massage

 

Massage releases natural pain relievers in the body that are many times stronger than morphine.  The resulting euphoria and relaxation assists healing.  People who receive massage during radiation or chemotherapy for cancers, often experience fewer side effects.

Massage re-connects people to their whole selves, including emotions, and helps people feel less alone. Patients look forward to their massage and say it gives them hope and the courage to continue. You taught me how to stop fighting the pain.  Now it's less frightening and hurts less.

 
Many clients report, I could feel your hands and hear your voice reminding me to breathe for days after the session ended.

 
Touch will be adjusted to the patient's energy level, tolerance and current physical condition.
Cranial Sacral / Myofascial Release

 
Please refer your primary care giver to this site, or ask them to contact me if they have questions about how massage can benefit you (and them).

A gift certificate for massage can convey your “get well soon” message to someone who is sick or injured. (Appointments)

Return to Your Senses Handbook has simple suggestions for coping with pain and illness.