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Oncology & Cancer Support

Cancer or oncology massage and acupuncture is a proven method for reducing the pain, anxiety, and stress surrounding living with cancer.  If you are a cancer patient, or know of a cancer patient who is struggling with crippling side effects, consider the healing benefits of massage and/or acupuncture.

Why Melissa (Missy) Steger?

Melisss has undergone multiple continuing education classes over the decades to acquire specialized training in safe massage techniques and applicable acupuncture treatments at any stage of cancer treatment or remission. Melissa is always willing to coordinate with your physician.

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What patients are saying:

"It was a safe place where I wasn't poked and prodded.  Melissa's touch felt relaxing and healing" - Susan, breast cancer patient
"My nausea was always better after a treament.  It really made my side effects feel less difficul to manage" - Peter, lymphoma patient
"During my treatment, I tried to visit Melissa at least twice a month. I found that once I began getting massages my anxiety went down considerably.  It was one appointment in the middle of many appointments that I looked forward to.  My body and mind felt much better after each session.  I also believe my body recovered much quicker because of Melissa's talented hands." - Stacey

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Benefits

Lessening of pain, reduced nausea, reduced anxiety and stress, sleep promotion.  A place to experience a healing touch and feel like a beating heart on a treatment table. 

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How is this different?

Massage treatments will be tailored around your treatment schedule, medical equipment, and level of exercise your doctor recommends. Melissa (Missy) Steger has years of experience working with this population as well as cooridinating care with your physician and medical providers.

Get in Touch

Living with cancer is difficult for patients and families as everyday activities become overwhelming.  Often the daily regimen of appointments, treatments and medications can lead to even more fatigue and stress.  Specialized acupuncture and/or massage is here to support you.

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