Beauty and Complementary therapies for cancer patients
1 hour
Massage incorporating Scalp, Face, Shoulders, Neck, Back and Upper Arms. The treatment can provide instant relief from tension and stress and induce a state of calm, peace and tranquillity, promoting higher levels of alertness and concentration. A deeply relaxing therapy that can be done with or without oil.
1 1/2 hours
An in depth consultation to determine the colours that enhance and uplift the patients mood. These can be used when buying clothes, make-up, handbags etc. Clients get a swatch of colours to take home.
Following this consultation the patient may decide to have their make-up professionally applied using the colour theory.
1 hour
Acupuncture is one of the main forms of treatment in traditional Chinese medicine. It involves a thin needles being inserted at very specific points on the body. This treatment is believed to adjust and alter the body’s energy flow into a healthier pattern.
Acupuncture can be used to great effect for symptom management and pain relief.
1 hour
This is a natural therapy in which hot stones are used to massage, then positioned on parts of the body to maximise the therapeutic benefits of the gentle heat.
This massage creates a feeling of warmth & deep relaxation and is beneficial on both physical and psychological levels.
1 hour
A gentle massage tailored to the patients’ needs. This relaxing treatment is recommended for helping patients overcome anxiety; it also helps reduce tension, pain, improves circulation and creates a feeling of wellbeing.
1 hour
Reflexology involves application of pressure to the feet and hands with specific thumb, finger and hand techniques, with or without the use of oils or lotion. It is based on a system of zones and reflex areas that purportedly reflect an image of the body on the feet and hands, with the premise that such work effects a physical change to the body.
This tailor-made service is designed to suit all clients. It includes advice and tuition on scarf tying techniques. There is also a good selection of head ware to purchase at cost price.
This service is located at Barnsley Hospital on Ward 24 every Wednesday from 9.00 am until 12.30 pm. Christine and Felicity are friendly and experienced and will look forward to welcoming you.
Warm paraffin wax is applied to the hands and feet which are then placed in warming booties and mitts. This therapeutic treatment is extremely beneficial to those patients suffering from peripheral neuropathy or plantar palmer syndrome as a result of some diagnoses and chemotherapy.
The warm wax is used to soften and nourish the skin on the hands and feet improving circulation. It is a luxurious treatment which is also beneficial for rheumatism and arthritis.
This therapy is offered by Lucy who is an experienced Therapist in Cancer Care.
1 hour
A therapeutic treatment to the feet which includes, a foot spa and exfoliation of dry skin on the feet, followed by massage and nail shaping. Nail polish optional.
Feet and nails can become damaged during cancer treatments, this helps to keep them in the best condition possible. All of our Beauty Therapists are experienced in dealing with these challenges.
1 hour
Hand and nail care which also includes a hand massage and nail shaping – nail polish optional.
Nails can become dry and damaged during cancer treatments, this treatment helps to keep them in the best condition possible. All of our Beauty Therapists are experienced in dealing with these challenges.