THE POWER OF TOUCH

• 70% of Cancer patients experience pain
• If the pain is not treated, it can delay treatment and healing
• Touch can:
  • Lower blood pressure
  • Lower heart rate
  • Lower cortisol
  • Reduce pain
  • Boost the immune system
  • Balance our the nervous system

WHAT ARE THE COMMON SKIN SIDE EFFECTS FROM RADIATION THERAPY?

The most common side effects (in our scope of practice) are:

• Fatigue
• RT Dermatitis (Grade 1)
• RT Recall