Cancer Support

All-Natural Relief from the
Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

Coping with the pain, fatigue, nausea, and other side effects of cancer and cancer treatments can be profoundly difficult. If you're feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious, and are struggling with eating and sleeping, just know that you are not alone. We are here to support you with natural, drug-free therapies that can help ease not only the symptoms of cancer itself but also the harsh side effects of treatments like chemotherapy and radiation. These gentle approaches are designed to enhance your comfort and improve your quality of life as you navigate this challenging journey.

At Wildflower Acupuncture, we specialize in providing gentle and restorative oncology acupuncture to support individuals undergoing cancer treatment or navigating remission. Our founder, Laura Mann, a licensed and board-certified acupuncturist, honed her expertise while providing acupuncture as part of an integrative medical team at the Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center at Providence Hospital in Burbank. Working alongside a team of Oncologists and Physicians, Laura participated in the analysis and refinement of oncology acupuncture protocols, drawing on the latest integrative cancer research. These protocols addressed symptoms including chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy, pain, fatigue, and nausea and vomiting. Her experience in providing acupuncture to cancer patients and survivors at the Disney Family Cancer Center, has deeply informed the care and compassion she offers at her private practice today.

Our commitment extends beyond conception. We offer continued support through your pregnancy to promote a healthy and robust term, and provide postpartum recovery care. For those facing challenges like postpartum depression or recurrent pregnancy losses, we offer natural and empathetic treatment options. Additionally, we help women navigate the transitions of perimenopause and menopause with treatments that help reduce hot flashes, improve sleep, improve cognitive function, and stabilize mood. At every step, Wildflower Acupuncture is here to support your health and wellness with gentle, effective care.

How Acupuncture Relieves Chemotherapy Side Effects

Acupuncture can help significantly reduce symptoms associated with cancer and cancer treatments. Through targeted stimulation of specific acupoints, acupuncture can trigger the release of endorphins and other neurotransmitters that reduce pain, promote muscle relaxation, and elevate mood. Treatments can also help to improve circulation and activate improved sensations and nerve regeneration in the hands and feet for peripheral neuropathy. In addition, acupuncture engages the parasympathetic nervous system, which gets the body out of “fight or flight”, and promotes rest and relaxation to help the body recover and reduce the anxiety and stress associated with diagnosis and treatments. Undergoing regular acupuncture treatment can also relieve other symptoms associated with cancer and cancer treatment, including:

Nausea and vomiting
Dry mouth
Breathlessness
Hot flushes
Insomnia
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Headaches and migraines
Body aches and muscle spasms, Peripheral neuropathy

Our Other Integrative Healthcare Services

In addition to acupuncture, Laura also offers a wide variety of other complementary therapies that can offer you your best chance at overcoming pain and discomfort associated with cancer or cancer treatment. She can recommend one or more of these therapies and integrate them into your existing drug-free pain management plan:

Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Electroacupuncture
Cupping / Gua Sha
LED Therapy / Ozone Therapy / Infrared Heat Therapy

Why Choose Wildflower Acupuncture

At Wildflower Acupuncture, our focus is on you as a whole person, not just your symptoms. Laura takes the time to understand each patient on a personal level, tailoring our natural, patient-centered care to align with your preferences, symptoms, health history, lifestyle, and wellness goals. We can coordinate closely with your existing medical oncology team to seamlessly integrate acupuncture into your overall treatment plan, ensuring our eastern therapies complement your ongoing western treatments optimally. Your personalized care plan is designed to provide relief from the painful and uncomfortable side effects associated with cancer, chemotherapy, radiation, and other treatments, helping support you on your road to recovery.

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