The Cancer Awareness Centre will provide up to six subsidised massage sessions with Lisa per calendar year.
Lisa Rowe is a Registered Nurse, Certified Lymphoedema Therapist (ALA) and Remedial Massage Therapist with specialized training in Oncology and palliative care Massage.
Lymphoedema Services
The clinic provides assessment, education and management for people with Lymphoedema or who are at risk of developing Lymphoedema.
Complex Lymphoedema Therapy Includes:
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Skin Care
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Education
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Manual Lymphatic Drainage
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Treatment of Axillary Web Syndrome (cording)
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Specific Exercises
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Compression Therapy
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Low level Laser Therapy
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Referral where necessary
Oncology Massage Services
Oncology Massage as is an approach to massage therapy based on specialized massage techniques, empathy and compassion. The touch used is gentle and highly beneficial through all stages of the cancer journey, from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship and palliative care.
Research shows that Massage performed by a trained Oncology Massage Therapist can reduce;
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Pain
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Fatigue
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Anxiety
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Nausea
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Depression
Other Benefits may include;
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Immune Function
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Relief from Neuropathy
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Quality of life
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Mental Clarity
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Meaningful Social Interaction
A variety of techniques will be integrated into your session and the treatment will be as individual as you are on that given day. I may include some of the following techniques;
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Swedish
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Lymphatic drainage
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Comfort Touch/Palliative care
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Craniosacral Therapy
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Muscle Energy Techniques
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Gentle Scar Mobilization
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Reiki
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Stretching
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Guided Imagery
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Aromatherapy
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Reflexology
Can Massage Cause Metastasis?
It is well documented that massage does not contribute to the spread of cancer.
I am passionate about my work and I promise to provide you with a safe and nurturing environment in which to rest and re-energise.
Feel free to call me for a chat and I look forward to caring for you.
Phone: 0467 677 301 or email dlbt.rowe@bigpond.com
Or phone Kathie Marquardt, Volunteer, Cancer Awareness Centre on 0409 722 149 or email cac@tourderocks.com.au
