Aromatherapy, Massage and Relaxation in Cancer Care
Aromatherapy, Massage and Relaxation in Cancer Care

Aromatherapy, Massage and Relaxation in Cancer Care

An Integrative Resource for Practitioners

JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERSISBN: 9781848192812
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Edited by Dr Peter A. Mackereth, Ann Carter, Foreword by Anne Cawthorn, Contributions by Timothy Jackson, Lynne Tomlinson, Graeme Donald, Rebecca Knowles, Paula Maycock, Anita Mehrez, Lydia Nightingale
Imprint: SINGING DRAGON
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Format: PAPERBACK
Pages: 232

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Aromatherapy, massage and relaxation are three of the most commonly used therapies in cancer care. This book offers an integrated approach to using these therapies and provides an evidence-based foundation for complementary therapists working in cancer care settings. International in its scope, the book provides essential information about the ethical and professional context in which therapists can practice and vital facts regarding medical treatment and potential side effects.

1. Cancer and its treatments. Timothy Jackson. 2. The Resilient Patient. Lynne Tomlinson. 3. The Resourceful Therapist. Peter Mackereth and Ann Carter. 4. Effective Documentation. Ann Carter and Peter Mackereth. 5. Evaluating the Evidence. Graeme Donald and Rebecca Knowles. 6. Embedding a Palliative Care Therapy Service. Peter Mackereth, Paula Maycock, Anita Mehrez and Lydia Nightingale. 7. Aromatherapy: The Symptom Model. Peter Mackereth and Paula Maycock. 8. Aromasticks: a Portable Aromatic Powerhouse. Paula Maycock, Peter Mackereth and Ann Carter. 9. Malodor: The potential use of essential oils. Paula Maycock, Peter Mackereth, Anita Mehrez and Jacqui Stringer. 10. Progressive Muscle Relaxation. Ann Carter and Peter Mackereth. 11. Guided Imagery. Ann Carter and Peter Mackereth. 12. The HEARTS Process. Ann Carter. 13. Easing the Breathing Body. Peter Mackereth and Paula Maycock. 14. Caring for Carers. Gwynneth Campbell and Rebecca Knowles. 15. Spirituality and the End of Life. Peter Mackereth and Reverend Kevin Dunn.

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