Stoney Creek Acupuncture
Oncology Support with Acupuncture at Stoney Creek Acupuncture
Cancer treatment can be a physically and emotionally challenging journey, often accompanied by side effects that impact daily life and overall well-being. At Stoney Creek Acupuncture, we offer compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to the unique needs of oncology patients. By integrating acupuncture into your treatment plan, we aim to help manage side effects, improve quality of life, and support your body’s natural healing processes.
Cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted therapies, can cause a range of side effects such as nausea, fatigue, digestive issues, and dry mouth. Acupuncture has been shown to reduce these symptoms by promoting balance in the body’s energy systems and enhancing its natural ability to heal. Patients often report improved digestion, reduced nausea, and a noticeable increase in energy following regular sessions.
Managing Medication Side Effects
The emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis and treatment can be overwhelming, often leading to stress, anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation. Acupuncture works holistically to support emotional balance by calming the nervous system and promoting the release of endorphins, the body’s natural "feel-good" chemicals. This can help reduce stress and anxiety while fostering a sense of calm and resilience throughout your cancer journey.
Supporting Emotional Well-Being
For patients experiencing low platelet counts—a common side effect of chemotherapy—acupuncture offers a gentle and non-invasive way to stimulate blood production and support overall immunity. By enhancing circulation and promoting balance in the body, acupuncture may help improve platelet counts, enabling you to stay on track with your treatment schedule.
Increasing Platelet Counts
Pain associated with cancer or its treatment can significantly affect your quality of life. Acupuncture is a proven method for managing various types of pain, including neuropathic pain, joint pain, and muscle aches. By targeting specific points on the body, acupuncture can reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and release natural pain-relieving chemicals, providing much-needed relief without the use of additional medications.
Pain Management
Peripheral neuropathy causes numbness, tingling, and pain due to nerve damage, often affecting the hands and feet. At Stoney Creek Acupuncture, we use targeted acupuncture treatments to stimulate circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote nerve regeneration. By enhancing the body's natural healing processes, acupuncture can help alleviate discomfort, improve mobility, and restore sensation, offering a holistic and non-invasive approach to managing neuropathy symptoms.