Acupuncture & Massage
Programs are offered in the Place ... of wellness at two locations:
- Main Building: free-standing building located just east of The Aquarium (Clark Clinic) entrance
- Mays Clinic: Floor 2, near The Tree Sculpture
Registration is strongly suggested, but not required for some programs. Arrive early if you are participating for the first time, in order to complete the registration process. It's also a good idea to call ahead to reserve a space.
For more information, please call 713-794-4700.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves the placement of metal needles in the skin to stimulate specific areas of the body. Research has shown that acupuncture may stimulate the natural healing process to restore health and well-being. Some cancer patients find that it relieves fatigue, pain and nausea, and clear evidence supports the effectiveness of acupuncture to control chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting.
M. D. Anderson inpatients and outpatients may receive acupuncture services upon written physician order. Acupuncture at Place … of wellness is fee-for-service. For details or to make an appointment, call 713-794-4700.
Massage
Place … of wellness offers full body massages and relaxation chair massages to M. D. Anderson patients and their family members. Full-body massage is fee-for-service. Call 713-794-4700 for details or to schedule an appointment.
Outpatients may self-refer for brief relaxation massage, but must obtain a physician release before scheduling a full-body massage.
Inpatients may self-refer to receive bedside brief relaxation massage services in their room.
Caregivers/family members may self-refer for chair massages or full body massages. Full-body massage is fee-for-service, but chair massages are free.
Certain criteria may prohibit patients from receiving massage therapy. Patients with certain medical conditions must consult with their physician and the massage therapist prior to any massage session. Some patients are not eligible for massage therapy, but others may be eligible with appropriate restrictions on pressure, site and position.
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