Complementary therapies
Our team of experienced complementary therapists offer aromatherapy, reflexology and massage.
HCA Booking Line:
0207 079 4344About therapy treatments
We can also offer a variety of personalised products, such as cream and oil blends, to take home to help to continue to support you between treatments.
What complementary therapies are available?
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Aromatherapy is a complementary therapy that uses concentrated oils.
The oils works in two ways:
- you absorb them through the skin into your body tissues
- they stimulate your sense of smell to set off a reaction in your body
Aromatherapists use a small number of these oils for people with cancer and they aim to boost well being, relieve stress and help to refresh your body.
These essential oils can be made from the flowers, fruit, seeds, leaves, root or bark of plants. Your therapist will discuss the types of oils they can use directly with you.
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Reflexology is a therapy based on the theory that different points on the feet, lower leg, hands, face or ears correspond with different areas of the body.
It is a non-intrusive supportive therapy, that can be received by anyone at any age and is individually tailored to each person, taking into account both physical and non-physical factors that might be affecting your health.
Find out more about reflexology from the Association of Reflexologists
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Our therapists use massage to manipulate the soft tissues within your body. They do this by kneading, tapping or pressing on areas of your body.
For people with cancer it can help lift moods, relaxation and improve sleep patterns. It can help cope with; stress, anxiety, headaches and pain.
Find more about the benefits of massage therapy from Cancer Research UK
When are complementary therapies available at LOC?
The complementary therapists are available Monday to Friday 9am until 6pm in the treatment suites.
Please ask a member of the nursing team if you would like to receive complementary therapies whilst receiving treatment.

How much do complementary therapies cost?
All LOC patients are entitled to 4 free 30 minute sessions.
After this further sessions can be booked at a price of £30 per session.
Contact our experienced cancer team
Any questions about our LOC support service? We're happy to advise you further or help you to book an appointment.