Integrative Strategies For Cancer Patients: A Practical Resource For Managing The Side Effects Of Cancer Therapy - Couverture souple

Ladas, Elena J

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9814313238 ISBN 13 : 9789814313230

Editeur : Wspc, 2011

Synopsis

Integrative Strategies for Cancer Patients is the definitive resource on the benefits of integrative therapies during cancer treatment. The book does not need to be read cover to cover to learn about integrative medicine. Instead it is meant to be a reference handbook for managing the most common side effects afflicting patients with cancer. Integrative Strategies for Cancer Patients provides hands-on guidance with illustrations demonstrating how to use complementary/alternative therapies during cancer treatment. Some of the techniques you will learn about in this book are: Yoga poses and breathing exercises to increase energy and manage shortness of breath Acupressure points to reduce nausea, vomiting, and pain Aromatherapy (essential oils) to decrease feelings of nausea and anxiety Nutrition strategies to help manage loss of appetite, depression, and hot flashes Massage techniques to aid in relief of lymphedema, constipation, and loss of libido Reflexology applications for neuropathy, headaches, and insomnia Dietary supplements to improve symptoms of chemo brain, fatigue, and radiation burns 100% of the royalties from this book will benefit the Integrative Therapies Program at Columbia University Medical Center. The proceeds will provide additional support for research in the field of complementary/alternative medicine.

A propos du livre

Revue de presse

My cancer diagnosis and ensuing chemotherapy and radiation left me feeling lethargic, weak, and above all, powerless. Through working with the recommendations highlighted by Integrative Strategies for Cancer Patients, I learned about the links between diet and illness, and I have since radically altered my lifestyle. Three years later I am cancer-free and have never felt healthier or more energetic! This book has the potential to empower cancer patients to take control of their health and overcome the daunting obstacles they face. --Chloe Greenbaum, Cancer Survivor, New York

As an hematologist and oncologist, researcher, and pioneer in the field of integrative oncology, I have witnessed how patients value the use of integrative therapies in managing the side effects of cancer therapy. Integrative Strategies for Cancer Patients is an easy to follow hands-on guide for patients, their caregivers and practitioners. Ladas and Kelly demonstrate the role of integrative therapies in cancer care, and most importantly, build on evidence based research. I strongly recommend this book for guidance on strategies for symptom management in cancer care. --Elisabeth Halfpapp, Exhale Executive, VP Movement Programming

Coming from a family that unfortunately has cancer thread throughout the generations, the value of this book is limitless both mentally, physically, and soulfully. The importance of how to find ways to cope, not only as a patient, but also as a survivor, healing practitioner, and caregiver, with cancer side effects that will help to bring back some living of life and relief during these times. Through these integrative therapies you will find some positive peace within and with people around you, which will then hopefully radiate to some better outer well being and healing during this challenging journey. This is a true revolutionary new way of added caring treatment for cancer coming from the heart! --David Rosenthal, MD Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Wspc
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9814313238
• ISBN 13: 9789814313230
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 316
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible