Integrative Cancer Care
Supporting you through your cancer journey.
How Can Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Help?
A Framework for Care
Traditional Chinese medicine is grounded in restoring balance and wellness to the body. According to Chinese medicine, cancer can be the result of energy that is imbalanced, stuck or stagnant, causing systemic heat and inflammation. Of equal importance is considering the underlying constitution of the whole person, because it’s not just about a tumor-but the root condition. We examine the terrain that preceded the cancer to restore and promote balance, to optimize healing and prevent recurrence. There are thousands of studies showing the benefits of acupuncture in treating physical symptoms associated with cancer treatment (for more information, visit the “Read” section on our Insight Cancer Care website).
Chinese medicine can alleviate common side effects of conventional treatments, including:
insomnia
headaches
hot flashes
….and more
nausea and vomiting
stress/anxiety
mouth sores
fatigue
cancer-related pain
Beyond Symptom Relief
Traditional Chinese medicine's benefits to oncology extend far beyond the treatment of symptoms, however. Our holistic physicians utilize the entire Chinese medical system to strengthen your underlying constitution, promoting healing and the prevention of future illness. Drawing on our knowledge of both Western and Eastern cancer therapeutics, we will develop an individualized treatment plan for you based on your unique constitution, coordinating the timing to complement your Western treatments. We will use acupuncture at carefully chosen phases with specific techniques to optimize your body’s response and healing. This approach includes moxibustion therapy, Chinese herbal medicine, and nutritional support. Our techniques have been honed through extensive research in integrative oncology, at the cutting edge of cancer care. We also specialize in restorative care after your Western treatments have concluded, helping your body to regain balance—and prevent recurrence.
“I was so fortunate to be referred to Doctors Munson and Di Giulio, who together pulled me back from the brink of total systemic collapse resulting from both lupus and stage-three breast cancer. I had massive immune and surgical complications from the aggressive Western medical treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, double mastectomy). They completely supported my system and alleviated my severe side effects with their incredible knowledge and application of traditional Chinese medicine. Throughout my ordeal, I knew that as long as I could just climb up on their table, I could enter another world for an hour where true healing was happening—both physical and spiritual. I absolutely credit their unfathomable talent, understanding, and execution of traditional Chinese medicine with my survival.” – J.H.
Support on the Journey
The Wellness Principle provides support through integrative medicine and a compassionate approach to care.
It Takes A Village
A cancer diagnosis can be frightening and overwhelming, and often brings with it many more questions than answers. We are here to help–not only to offer powerful complementary oncology treatment, but to empower and help you navigate the unknown road ahead.
Integrative Cancer Care for any Stage of Your Journey
Chinese medicine tells us that true healing occurs when we treat not just your disease diagnosis and treatment side effects, but when we support and care for your heart and spirit. This synergy is powerful and transformative–and it’s why we are committed to a patient-centered, holistic approach to cancer care, whether you have a new diagnosis, are receiving active treatment, or are in recovery or remission.
Integrative Cancer Care Services
Our goal is to meet you wherever you are in your cancer experience and to provide treatment that aligns with your wellness goals. Whether you are seeking a full holistic cancer care plan, or as-needed acupuncture for symptom relief, we offer integrative oncology services that are right for you.
The 4-Week Formula: Comprehensive Cancer Care
Whether you have a new cancer diagnosis, are receiving active treatment, or are in recovery or remission, The 4-Week Formula, built around one-on-one weekly check-in and treatment sessions encompasses a whole systems approach to healing. The program includes a complete health history, oncology assessment, lab analysis, and a detailed wellness plan delivered weekly that is customized to your health and constitution. Topics cover in-depth, personalized approaches to nutrition, herbal medicine, supplements, exercise, mind-body therapies, and of course, acupuncture and Chinese medicine recommendations to optimize your healing.
For more information, click here to visit Insight Cancer Care’s 4-Week Formula.
Focused Therapeutic Plan
Have a very specific ailment or a couple of lingering side-effects, like neuropathy or fatigue? Experiencing joint pain and insomnia from hormone therapy? Our focused plan targets your 1-2 top cancer-related concerns by offering specific integrative recommendations, like which supplements are best to address brain fog or post-op fatigue. This plan begins with a comprehensive health history and oncology intake with Dr. Di Giulio, and includes customized therapeutic recommendations to address your main concerns. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine therapies provided by The Wellness Principle team.
Oncology-Focused Acupuncture
Acupuncture is incredibly safe and highly effective during and after cancer treatment. For those seeking this holistic therapy, our team of doctors is highly trained in oncology-acupuncture techniques and timing treatments according to your Western treatment plan. This plan includes a one-hour consultation with Dr. Di Giulio and an acupuncture-focused treatment schedule to optimize your healing at any phase of your cancer journey.
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