Complementary therapy is designed to be used alongside normal medical treatments. Many people with cancer find that these therapies help them relax and improve their mood.
The team of qualified therapists use gentle touch and relaxation techniques to achieve calming responses. These can evoke a sense of well-being which may help you cope with some of the stresses caused by cancer and its treatment.
The team take a holistic approach and aim to provide support by enhancing the patient experience within the hospital setting.
These therapies are intended to complement your medical care and do not replace treatment.
Benefits of complementary therapy
- Reduction of anxiety and tension
- Relaxation
- Relieving stress
- Emotional support
- Creating a sense of well-being
- Relief from aches and pains
- Help with sleeping difficulties
Therapies offered are safe and simple.
Therapies offered
Our complementary therapy service offers a range of therapies which include:
- Gentle hand, foot, head and shoulder massage
- Aromatherapy
- Gentle touch
- Relaxation sessions
Therapies are available to patients on all our wards also those attending the Sir Bobby Robson Cancer Research Trails Centre, Ward 36 (day unit) or for radiotherapy.
Contact
You can speak to a member of staff involved in your care or call us directly.
Monday to Friday, 10am – 2.30pm
Charitable support
The service is provided at no cost and relies upon the generous donations from charitable organisations, patients and their families.
If you would like to make a donation to support the complementary therapy service, please speak to the team directly.
The charities which kindly support us are:
