Massage is allied in the treatment of cancer

The advancement of medicine provides treatments and medicines increasingly efficient in the fight against diseases like cancer. But, they may not be the only way to help treat patients with the disease: a good massage can help, as shown in a study led by College Associates, the American organization that investigates the effect of complementary therapies for the National Institute of

Following the follow-up of 97 volunteers with different types of cancer and at varying stages, the researchers found that massage has a profound impact on the quality of life of those facing a tumor. A 20-minute massage session would already be enough to reduce anxiety and pain in half.

The mechanisms that make massage effective support have not been fully clarified, but scientists believe it is because it increases the release of substances such as seretonin and dopamine, responsible for reducing the transmission of the painful impulse to the central nervous system. In addition, the massage distracts and distracts the attention of the nuisance.

According to the researchers, it is not necessary a specialist or massage therapist for the results to be attended. With the basics, parents, children, siblings, and partners can collaborate on patient recovery by dedicating a few minutes of the day, three times a week, to phytotherapeutic contact.

Other research, such as those conducted by the American Massage Therapy Association, had demonstrated that the massage is great allied to the combat to several types of annoyances. For example, the technique performed on the feet, or superficially by the body, for a mean time of 30 to 60 minutes, reduces pain, fatigue, nausea, sadness and depression. As the effect lasts for 48 hours, if administered every two days, at a minimum, can be highly efficient. Despite the benefits, not every patient facing a cancer can enjoy the massage. In those individuals whose tumor has spread through the bones, the researchers explain that any contact may be sufficient to cause fractures and lesions in the body. In addition, it is important to note whether the patient is at risk of infection or bleeding, platelet counts of a single blood count. Therefore, medical follow-up is essential in any type of treatment, be it done through medicine or through massage.

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