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In this episode of 'Collaborative Connections,' hosted by Clinton, registered massage therapist Janet Penny and curriculum specialist Rebecca Sturgeon explore their collaborative journey in writing 'Oncology Massage - An Integrative Approach to Cancer Care.' They discuss the inspiration behind their partnership, the challenges of compiling a comprehensive guide, and the balance between research and writing.
The conversation highlights key chapters such as the intake and therapeutic relationship, and emphasizes the role of community support, personal growth, and the aim to enrich the field of oncology massage. Penny and Sturgeon hope their work inspires others and integrates oncology massage into broader healthcare practices.
Topics discussed:
- Effective Collaboration in Cancer Care
- Growing oncology massage awareness
- Challenges and breakthroughs in writing
More About Janet Penny
Janet Penny is a registered massage therapist in Ottawa, Canada. Her massage practice focus on people affected by cancer provides the challenges and inspiration that create deeply satisfying work. Janet provides S4OM accredited oncology massage training throughout Canada and is the co-author of Oncology Massage: An integrative approach to cancer care.
More About Rebecca Sturgeon
My clients and I decide together what is important in their session, giving my clients a sense of control that they may have lost. I create and hold a space where my clients are deeply listened to and their wishes honored. At my core, I am a teacher, and sharing knowledge with my clients, their families and other professionals is something I love to do.
I have advanced training in oncology massage and manual lymphatic drainage. I am also an oncology massage educator through Healwell (www.healwell.org), and a preferred provider with the Society for Oncology Massage.
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