Local Masseuse Pioneers Specialized Oncology & Pain Massage in Hautes-Pyrénées
Tarbes,France – A local massage practitioner is breaking new ground in patient well-being,becoming the only certified Oncology and Pain Massage therapist in the Hautes-Pyrénées region. Jade quélin, based in [Town/CitywithinHautes-Pyrénées-[Town/CitywithinHautes-Pyrénées-[Town/CitywithinHautes-Pyrénées-[Town/CitywithinHautes-Pyrénées-article doesn’t specify], recently completed training with LetiS, a Qualiopi-certified association in Lyon, to offer specialized massage therapy for individuals battling cancer, chronic pain, and related conditions.
Quélin’s journey to this specialization is deeply personal. Driven by the loss of a freind to cancer at age 24 and her father’s own cancer diagnosis, she noticed a critical gap in care: a lack of massage therapy specifically tailored to the needs of patients undergoing treatment or living with chronic illness. This realization was compounded by her own seven-year struggle to diagnose and find relief for endometriosis, ultimately finding solace only in simple remedies like applying a hot water bottle.
“I already knew how to massage,” Quélin explained, “But during this training, I learned the specificities linked to pathologies.”
The practice differs significantly from customary massage. Before each session, Quélin requires clients to complete a detailed anamnesis sheet outlining their medical history, current treatments (chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, etc.), side effects, sensitive areas, preferred positioning, and pain levels. She also proactively seeks medical clearance from the client’s physician, especially when dealing with actively stimulating cancer cells, to ensure a safe and effective approach.
“I ask for medical advice from the attending physician of my client when there are stimulating cancer cells as the approach is entirely diffrent and you should not take any risks,” Quélin stated.
Strict protocols are followed, including avoiding direct contact with radiotherapy burns, recent wounds, and catheter sites. Quélin also limits session durations to a maximum of 45 minutes, recognizing the potential for a harsh “fall” in endorphin levels for patients with chronic conditions or cancer.
Since launching her specialized practice two months ago, Quélin reports that 20% of her clientele – approximately a dozen patients – are seeking relief from conditions like endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, thyroid issues, lipoedema, diabetes, and fibromyalgia. She describes a common change in her patients.
“When they push the cabinet door, they are fatigued, their face is closed. They complain about medical wandering, they find it tough to recognize their pathology in long-term illness.End of care, at least, they have a smile,” Quélin observed.Self-Care Tip for Menstrual Pain:
Quélin also shared a self-massage technique for alleviating menstrual pain. She recommends massaging the psoas muscle – located between the spine and femur – by lying on one’s back with knees bent and applying circular motions with the hands on each side of the psoas, following the direction of a clock’s hands. She also suggests incorporating psoas stretches by performing lunges on both sides. “It is not pleasant but really effective,” she warns.
