Massage

Therapeutic massage is available to patients, caregivers, and staff at the Center for Cancer Care. A twenty minute relaxation massage to the head/neck/shoulders or hands/feet can be received in the treatment room during chemotherapy or in a private setting at the Center. Participants are also introduced to the benefits of deep breathing techniques with visualization to enhance their relaxation.

Therapeutic massage benefits can:

  • Release tension in the body
  • Connect mind, heart and spirit
  • Decrease anxiety
  • Improve quality of life by decreasing nausea, pain, neuropathy and other physical discomforts that can accompany treatment
  • Provide a forum for expressing one’s feelings
  • Heightened sense of well-being

Appointments are scheduled at the front desk of Northwestern Oncology & Hematology or by calling their office at 860-482-5384.

A nominal fee is charge for this service. This fee is not covered by health insurance plans. Gift certificates are available.