Research & Lifestyle
Posted on 16 May 2008
Although doctors normally advise cancer patients to rest, a study carried out at the Ottawa Regional Cancer Centre found that light exercise (walking) can improve overall health. Of 123 cancer patients, one third were asked to...
Posted on 16 May 2008
1. Shin YH, Kim TI, Shin MS, Juon HS. Effect of Acupressure on Nausea and Vomiting During Chemotherapy Cycle for Korean Post-Operative Cancer Patients. Cancer Nursing, 2004; 27(4):267-74.
Despite the development of effective...
Posted on 16 May 2008
1. Billhult A, Dahlberg K. A Meaningful Relief from Suffering - Experiences of massage in cancer care ; Cancer Nursing 2001Vol 24; No.3 pp180-184
The experience of massage in an oncology ward was the focus of this study. Eight...
Posted on 7 April 2008
This qualitative study sought to evaluate the effects of shiatsu therapy on clients attending hospice day services. Eleven clients with advanced progressive disease received five therapy sessions each at weekly intervals. Data...
