Acupuncture for Cancer Recovery: Restoring Balance & Wellness

At Eastway Wellness LLC (Boston Acupuncture, Norwood Acupuncture), we understand that cancer treatment is a deeply challenging journey—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our licensed acupuncturists specialize in providing gentle, supportive care to help patients manage side effects, regain strength, and improve quality of life during and after cancer treatment. 

Acupuncture is a safe, evidence-based therapy that works alongside conventional oncology care to address fatigue, pain, stress, and other challenges. Let us help you find relief and reclaim your well-being. 

How Acupuncture Supports Cancer Recovery
Research shows acupuncture can alleviate many side effects of cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. Benefits include: 

1. Reducing Fatigue
   - Improves energy levels by balancing the body’s Qi (vital energy) and supporting adrenal health. 
2. Easing Pain & Neuropathy
   - Targets nerve pain, surgical scars, and muscle tension to enhance comfort and mobility. 
3. Managing Nausea & Digestive Issues
   - Stimulates points known to calm the stomach and improve appetite. 
4. Relieving Stress & Anxiety
   - Activates the parasympathetic nervous system to promote relaxation and emotional resilience. 
5. Strengthening Immunity
   - Supports immune function by reducing inflammation and improving lymphatic flow.

According to the National Cancer Institute, acupuncture is recognized as a viable complementary therapy for cancer-related symptoms.

What to Expect in Your Sessions
Our oncology-trained acupuncturists prioritize safety, comfort, and individualized care: 
- Gentle Techniques: Ultra-thin needles or non-insertive methods (e.g., acupressure) for sensitive patients. 
- Personalized treatment Plans: Tailored to address your unique symptoms, treatment phase, and energy levels.
- Collaborative Care: with Chinese herbal medicine as an option to strengthen the body’s resilience, alleviate Chemo treatment side effects, and promote healing. It effectively manages treatment side effects including: bone marrow suppression, fatigue, nausea, improves wound healing and circulation, and eases nerve pain and tingling.

Common Conditions We Address
- Chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting (CINV) 
- Radiation-related dryness or inflammation 
- Post-surgical Recovery