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Complementary therapy in practice.

D Crowther

    Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
    |February 5, 1991
    PubMed
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    Wirral Holistic Care Services offers complementary therapies like aromatherapy and reflexology to support cancer patients. Initial evaluations indicate these services help meet patients

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    Area of Science:

    • Holistic health
    • Complementary medicine
    • Oncology support

    Background:

    • The National Health Service (NHS) provides standard care for cancer patients.
    • Cancer patients often seek additional support beyond conventional medical treatments.
    • There is a growing recognition of the need for holistic approaches in cancer care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the evolution of Wirral Holistic Care Services.
    • To evaluate the effectiveness of complementary therapies in meeting the needs of cancer patients.
    • To highlight a patient-centered model of care.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative description of the company's development.
    • Incorporation of various complementary therapies.
    • Adoption of a patient-first care model.

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    Main Results:

    • Initial evaluations suggest the company is partially meeting the unmet needs of cancer patients.
    • The services provided are perceived as beneficial by patients seeking additional support.
    • The holistic model of care is being implemented.

    Conclusions:

    • Wirral Holistic Care Services offers a valuable supplement to standard cancer care.
    • Complementary therapies can play a role in improving the well-being of cancer patients.
    • A patient-centered approach is crucial in holistic cancer care.