take care of your physical and emotional health. Talk to your care team about the best ways to eat a nutritious diet, exercise regularly, manage stress, and get emotional support.
Finding mental health services and using complementary therapies like
- Massage
- Meditation
- Music therapy
- Guided imagery
- Dietary supplements
may reduce anxiety, improve mood, and encourage feelings of pleasure and well-being.
Complementary therapies may also benefit specific aspects of your health by improving flexibility, circulation, and muscle relaxation.
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Where to find complementary therapies
Some hospitals, cancer support centers, and charities provide complementary breast cancer therapies.
Your breast cancer nurse may be able to give you a list of therapists in your area. You can also ask your general practitioner or local cancer support group for information on therapists.
How much do complementary therapies cost?
Complementary therapies offered by hospitals, cancer support centers, charities, or hospices may be free of charge, or their cost may be centered around what you can afford to pay.
If there are no free or low-cost therapy options available in your area, you may consider paying privately. Complementary therapy costs often vary based on which type of therapy you are interested in pursuing. Complementary therapy may be cheaper when multiple sessions are booked at once.