Oncology massage is the modification of existing massage techniques in order to safely work with complications of cancer and cancer treatment.  Essential aspects of oncology massage therapist's skill set are an informed understanding of the disease itself and the many ways it can affect the human body the side effects of cancer treatments, such as medication, surgery, chemotherapy and radiation; and the ability to modify massage techniques in order to adapt for these side effects, as well as for the disease.  

A doctor's note is required to receive oncology massage.
Sliding scale and reduced rate are applied at all times for anyone suffering from cancer.