Going through cancer treatment can be a tremendously difficult experience that tries even the strongest individuals.
Naturally, these treatments and cancer itself can cause pain, discomfort, nausea, tiredness, and many other symptoms. But what many people fail to note about cancer and its treatment is that it effects each patient’s self-image as well.
Oncology patients may find that their hair thins or falls out, their nails become weak and brittle, and their skin experiences dryness or discoloration. Patients may lose a lot of weight and/or become bloated from certain drugs. Often, this causes them to feel even more tired and worn down than they really are.
The mind-body connection has not been completely unraveled by science, but there is, without a doubt, a connection between health and wellness and how one feels about their appearance.
How Oncology Esthetics Can Help
Improving the self-image of cancer patients can complement medical treatments and surgeries as a way to improve well-being, self-confidence, and overall mental health. It is essential that salons, spas, and wellness treatment centers include and involve oncology patients. Unique services can be created that particularly cater to those who are going through cancer treatments.
Not only will these treatments boost the confidence and self-image of these strong individuals, but they can also provide much-needed relaxation and nurturing during a difficult time. To give these individuals the compassionate care they need and deserve, esthetic care practitioners at salons, spas, and other locations can learn about the unique changes that occur in the skin, hair, nails, and body when cancer and cancer treatment are factors.
Here’s Your Chance to Train in Oncology Esthetics
There are currently 15.5 mil survivors that need oncology trained spa professional to care for them in our industry. The New York Institute of Beauty will be holding a 3-day training course in the proper care of oncology clients from February 21st to February 23rd. Oncology Spa Solutions will be conducting the workshop with their OE-USA Advanced Educational Program for Spa Professionals.
The course is essential for anyone in the industry that will be touching clients. The intensive course will offer a total of 24 hours in the essential knowledge and skills you’ll require to care for patients of cancer with esthetic practices. In the course, students will learn everything from common cancer symptoms affecting physical appearance to how to make product choices and customize spa treatments for different side effects and challenges.
The goal with every oncology patient is to make them more positive about their appearance and more comfortable and relaxed. With your expertise, care, and attention to detail, you can help enhance their quality of life at a very difficult time.
To learn more about the program and what topics the curriculum will cover, go here.
