Cancer Support

Cancer treatment is incredibly demanding on the body, and many of our patients tell us they didn’t realize just how much chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery would affect their strength, energy, and overall wellbeing. These therapies are essential, but they can also create layers of weakness, nausea, pain, and emotional exhaustion that make daily life feel heavier than it should.

At New Dawn Acupuncture, we support patients through every stage of treatment and recovery, helping restore energy, reduce side effects, and improve quality of life using gentle, restorative therapies tailored to what your body can handle. If you or someone you love needs extra support during cancer care, call (202) 538-3995 to book today.

How Cancer Treatments Affect the Body

Chemotherapy and radiation can cause deep disruptions in all body systems, especially during prolonged treatment. Many patients experience extreme fatigue, nausea, vomiting, hair loss, bone marrow suppression, and decreased red and white blood cell counts. These side effects can leave the body vulnerable to additional illness, intensify pain or discomfort, and significantly limit energy and day-to-day functioning.

How Acupuncture Helps During Cancer Treatment

Acupuncture can help restore energy, support mood, ease nausea, and strengthen the body during and after treatment. However, some patients are too weak for acupuncture needles – and we always honor what your body can tolerate. In those cases, we use acupressure, gentle massage, or essential oils on specific points to deliver similar therapeutic benefits without added strain.

We also provide individualized diet and lifestyle recommendations to ease symptoms, support immune function, restore vitality, and complement your oncology care. Because every type of cancer is different, we tailor each treatment plan to your diagnosis, your constitution, and your current stage of recovery.

Combining Western Medicine and Acupuncture

For many patients, the best outcomes happen when Western medicine and acupuncture are used together. These approaches complement one another beautifully – oncology treatments target the disease, while acupuncture supports the body’s strength, resilience, and ability to recover. Together, they can help reduce side effects, maintain energy, and improve overall quality of life.

A Gentle, Supportive Approach to Healing

Cancer care requires compassion, steadiness, and a team that truly listens. We take time to understand your symptoms, your treatment schedule, and your energy levels so we can support you safely and effectively at every step. Our aim is to help you feel more grounded, more capable, and more supported throughout the entire process.

Source:

Clinical Manual of Oriental Medicine, 3rd edition, Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine.