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Preventing Lymphedema in Breast Cancer Patients [www.mdanderson.org]

Patients are living longer with a diagnosis of breast cancer and education and early intervention can decrease the incidence of upper arm lymphedema. As a LMT in an outpatient cancer center, I routinely educate patients concerning the risks and prevention for lympedema. Too often I might be the first one to mention the need for a compression sleeve when flying and other helpful tips to prevent lymphedema. Surgeons, oncology centers, primary care doctors need to be more educated concerning the risks so that they can best serve their patients. I am dedicated to educating as many patients as possible. To learn more please visit www.lymphnet.org

10 hours 43 minutes ago by Toni Muirhead

Take time for relaxation [www.ajc.com]

Relaxing for a few minutes a day can be helpful

06:47 AM, 26 Aug 2008 by Toni Muirhead

Is Massage Dangerous for Cancer Patients [www.wisegeek.com]

Myths are debunked in this article

08:26 AM, 18 Aug 2008 by Toni Muirhead

Q & A Massage Therapy for Patient [www.tampadesigngroup.com]

Q- Can I have massage therapy while having cancer?

04:29 PM, 02 Aug 2008 by Toni Muirhead

Saving Cancer Patients' Skin For Later Dermatological Treatments [www.sciencedaily.com]

Mario Lacouture, M.D., founder and director of the pioneering Cancer Skin Care Program, helps patients with the skin side effects of cancer treatment.

03:50 PM, 21 Jul 2008 by Toni Muirhead

Melanoma Increases Rates For Young Women [www.washingtonpost.com]

Sun goddesses take note: The rate of skin cancer's most deadly form jumped 50 percent in young women from 1980 to 2004, according to a government report

03:48 PM, 11 Jul 2008 by Toni Muirhead

The Society for Oncology Massage Makes its Debut [www.massagetoday.com]

The Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM) was launched in April 2008, along with an extensive Web site. The society’s vision to “ease the journey through cancer and beyond for patients, family members and caregivers” was established over one year of work by its founding members.

09:05 PM, 09 Jul 2008 by Toni Muirhead

Pain and Suffering [include.nurse.com]

Whether from the effects of chemotherapy, radiation or just living with chronic pain, pain it is a all encompassing cycle of pain/depression/pain. Imagine having chronic pain before the diagnosis of cancer? It can affect how you work, live, relate to friends and family. This is a wonderful article explaining the mechanics of pain and the mind/body connection with some coping skills and treatment help. Best of all, oncology massage therapists may help reduce pain during treatment for cancer. Reprinted with permission from Nursing Spectrum/Nurse Week

05:29 PM, 07 Jul 2008 by Toni Muirhead

Complementary Care Intake Form [cisncancer.org]

Always inform your physician of the complementary care treatments during chemotherapy and radiation treatment.

08:12 PM, 05 Jul 2008 by Toni Muirhead

The Inner Life of a Cell [video.aol.com]

A beautifully animated video showing the cells in our bodies and the miraculous work it does.

09:04 AM, 05 Jul 2008 by Toni Muirhead

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