Penn Medicine is pleased to provide complementary oncology massages for our patients during their chemotherapy infusions at the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from AM to PM, on a first come, first serve basis.
Please ask your chemotherapy nurse to page the massage therapist to come to your infusion suite for a session. Massage is a hands-on therapy using light or rigorous touch, strokes, stretching, tapping, deep circular movements, vibrations or application of pressure. Oncology massage is specifically for cancer patients going through treatment and is designed to meet your unique and changing needs. The intensity and application of the techniques are adjusted to meet your needs and preferences, and to keep you safe and comfortable.
Danica Arizola, LMT is a licensed massage therapist and Reiki master teacher who has been involved in therapeutic body work for over 9 years. Most recently, she participated in a research study sponsored by Unite for Her, helping gather data showing the benefits of oncology massage for breast cancer patients.
Danica wholeheartedly believes in the power of touch and the body's innate healing abilities. She makes every session meaningful so that clients feel a renewed sense of peace. Proton therapy is a nonโinvasive, incredibly precise cancer treatment that uses a beam of protons moving at very high speeds to destroy cancer cells.
Our experienced cancer nurses and referral staff are here to help. Call PENN or complete an online request. In This Section. Navigating Cancer Care. Patient Support. Integrative Oncology Services. Complementary Oncology Massage Services Penn Medicine is pleased to provide complementary oncology massages for our patients during their chemotherapy infusions at the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from AM to PM, on a first come, first serve basis.
