THERAPEUTIC CANCER CARE

Cancer is a disease that affects the body ,mind and spirit of the person who has been diagnosed and the family and loved ones of the patient. Studies show that an informed patient has a longer survival rate and less depression and I must admit I have seen this in my office. The person who is well informed and active in the management of their care has a better attitude and is able to develop goals and has a sense of empowerment that allows them to maintain a sense of well being.

I believe in holistic health care, I believe that we need to treat the body, mind and spirit to create a field of wellness for a person who has any disease. I also believe that we need to use traditional medical practices for many diseases including cancer. In thirty years of practice, I have noted that the patients who have a diagnosis of cancer, become cured or live longer use chemotherapy, radiation AND complimentary practices such as energy work ( Reiki, Therapeutic Touch, Healing Touch ), aromatherapy, flower essences, homeopathy, meditation, breathing, acupuncture; the list is extensive. Many of these therapies help alleviate the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation, helping to ease stress and promote comfort for the patient and their family.

Our objective is to foster understanding of these therapies and help people realize that it does not have to be one or the other , both types of medicine should be used to help promote wellness.

Essential oils for treatment of nausea while receiving chemotherapy:

1. Peppermint

2. Ginger

3. Cardamom

Place a few drops of the essential oil on a tissue and inhale deeply. If you can’t tolerate the smell, try placing a few drops into some jojoba oil or almond oil ( if there is no nut allergy ) and massage into the soles of the feet, .

Sipping hot water with a sliver of Ginger root may also bring some relief.

Everyone is different; some of these oils may help while another may not have an effect or perhaps make the nausea worse. However these are the essential oils that have helped others successfully.

Receiving reiki or therapeutic touch treatments while receiving treatment for cancer has proven to be beneficial for many patients. Treatments often evoke the relaxation response and awaken a sense of well being in the patient. This allows them to participate in activities of daily living and develop the fortitude to deal with the challenges that cancer brings. Many patients will continue with follow up treatments every month or so because they do feel this effect.

The Five Flower Essence: just place a few drops under the tongue and let it absorb. It will definitely help with anxiety. I did not put a preservative in the solution so be careful not to touch your tongue to the dropper. Both of you can benefit from this remedy—it is non-toxic. Click here to purchase your Five Flower Essence.

If you would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Betty please go to our "Request an Appointment" page to fill out the request form, or contact Dr. Betty at:

Minerva Educational and Wellness Treatment Center
52 Deer Lane
Honesdale, PA 18431
Phone: 570-253-8060
Email: minervaed@aol.com
Website: www.minervaed.com