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74: Complementary Therapies in Cancer Rehabilitation and Symptom Management

DOI:

10.1891/9780826121646.0074

Authors

  • Lopez, Gabriel
  • Gutierrez, Carolina

Abstract

Cancer patients experience a range of symptoms that often span the course of the diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship it includes problem such as pain, fatigue, mood disturbance, insomnia, and more. This chapter focuses on complementary health approaches that are used as adjuncts to conventional cancer care and rehabilitation. It follows an overview and brief description of major complementary health approaches. The chapter notes appropriate use of these approaches according to health goals and common symptoms experienced by cancer patients. Individuals with a current or past history of cancer face a range of physical and psychological symptoms that can be relieved through the use of complementary health approaches. Working with providers trained in the safe and evidence-informed use of complementary health approaches can help patients support their health during and after cancer care.