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Abstract

GECSEDI, Albany Memorial and Samaritan Hospitals, Members of Northeast Health, in Albany, New York, USA, reviewed (19 references) the role of oncology nurses, as presently pertains to the United States, in providing an important link between oncology physicians, cancer patients and licensed massage therapists (LMTs) with specialist training in providing massage therapy to cancer patients .

Background

Cancer sufferers often seek massage therapy as a means of relaxation, promotion of wellbeing and to help counter unpleasant side effects of their cancer treatment. It is important, however, that they choose a massage therapist who is appropriately trained in the treatment of cancer patients, and, in the United States, who is state licensed . In order to administer safe and effective massage therapy, LMTs require information about the particulars of the patient's diagnosis, any co-morbid illnesses or conditions, the treatment they are receiving and the patient's response to that treatment.

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References

Gecsedi RA. Massage therapy for patients with cancer. Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing 6 (1): 52-4. Jan-Feb 2002.