Here at The Lavender Touch, we fund a completely confidential service to support people living with cancer – and their carers – who are struggling with the side effects associated with cancer and its treatment throughout the Scottish Borders.
Living with cancer can be one of the most distressing and challenging times in someone's life. Our complementary therapies are designed to help ease some of the pain, discomfort, stress, anxiety, depression and insomnia that are common side effects of cancer and its treatment, helping to improve both physical and emotional wellbeing.
We offer a range of therapeutic treatments, including massage, reflexology and aromatherapy, delivered by qualified therapists.
Our services are fully tailored to each individual's needs and are designed to work alongside treatment provided by healthcare professionals. By complementing conventional medical care, our therapies support a more holistic approach to wellbeing during treatment and recovery.
Treatments can be carried out in your therapist's treatment room, at your local community health centre, or in your own home – wherever you feel most comfortable.
We currently offer a course of six treatments for people living with cancer and a course of three treatments for carers. Treatments can be adapted or combined to meet each person's individual needs.
The massage we offer is comfort-focused. Healing happens best when the body is relaxed, so our aim is to provide a calming and restorative experience. Massage may help improve circulation, reduce stress and anxiety, and promote relaxation.
It may also help with oedema, skin conditions and sensitive skin resulting from cancer treatment.
Reflexology is a popular complementary therapy for people living with cancer. It involves applying gentle pressure to specific points on the feet, which may help encourage relaxation, support lymphatic drainage and promote the body's natural healing processes.
Aromatherapy is a complementary therapy that uses carefully selected essential oils to help improve physical and emotional wellbeing. The oils are typically inhaled or applied to the skin through gentle massage, helping to promote relaxation, reduce stress and support overall wellbeing during and after cancer treatment.
Address: 1a High Street, Galashiels, Scottish Borders, TD1 1RY
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