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THERAPY
FACTS ABOUT CANCER SERVICES AND SUPPORT YOUR PERSONAL JOURNAL FOR PHYSICIANS
THERAPY
SERVICES AND SUPPORT

HOPE
that you will win the fight.

Of all the things cancer can take away, the most devasting can be the will to keep fighting. We understand struggle, and the need for hope.

Mercy Cancer Centers keep patients looking forward, focusing on the many joys still to come, while offering a variety of therapeutic options to ease the day-to-day challenges of fighting cancer.


Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies
Sometimes cancer or its treatment diminishes patients’ movement, mobility or speech. Physical therapy helps these patients to regain their fullest functional capacity within the constraints of their diseases. Occupational therapy helps patients to maintain optimal function as it relates to performance of daily living activities. Speech therapy helps patients to speak more effectively if they have experienced a loss or adverse change in verbal ability because of disease.

St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
(419) 251-4216
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St. Charles Mercy Hospital
Center for Health Promotion
(419) 696-7203
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Mercy Hospital of Tiffin
Optima Rehab
(419) 447-0161
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Mercy Hospital of Willard
Wellness and Rehabilitation Center
(419) 964-5700
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Lymphedema Treatment
Lymphedema is a swelling in a part of the body (arm, leg or trunk) caused by an accumulation of fluid in the tissues. Lymphedema can occur following surgical intervention (i.e. node dissection, lumpectomy, mastectomy) or radiation therapy. This condition sometimes occurs following breast cancer treatment. Presently, there is no cure for lymphedema, but it can be controlled through manual lymph drainage (a specialized massage), exercise, or compression bandaging or garment use.

St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
Hand, Upper Extremity and Lymphedema Clinic
419-251-4516
Mercy Hospital of Tiffin
Radiation Therapy Center
419-448-3690


Enterostomal Therapy
Enterostomal therapy addresses the needs of patients who have undergone a colostomy, ileostomy or an ileo-conduit. The goal—which is reached primarily through education—is for patients to learn to live with their changed physical condition and to resume, as much as possible, their normal daily activities.

St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
Enterostomal therapy, by appointment
(419) 251-4645
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St. Charles Mercy Hospital
Enterostomal therapy, by appointment
(419) 696-7360

Mercy Hospital of Tiffin
Enterostomal therapy, by appointment
(419) 448-3130
Mercy Hospital of Willard
Enterostomal therapy, by appointment
(419) 964-5010

Alternative or Integrative Therapies
Integrative or Complimentary/Alternative Therapies are nontraditional therapies that use mind-body-spirit connection to assist in healing and symptom management. These therapies have been used successfully by cancer patients along with traditional medical treatments for managing symptoms of the disease. Some patients have found relief from nausea, pain, anxiety and an improvement in their quality of life while using these therapies along with standard medical treatment. These treatments should not be used in place of treatment recommended by your doctor.

For information regarding integrative therapies or alternative medical practices in Northwest Ohio, contact:

American Cancer Society
1-888-227-6446
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Guided Visualization/Relaxation
Directed visualization that harnesses the power of the mind to help heal and alleviate symptoms such as pain, nausea, sleeplessness and anxiety.

This service is offered free of charge to cancer patients undergoing outpatient radiation and chemotherapy at St. Vincent and St. Charles.

St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
Also available to cancer patients
admitted to SVMMC
(419) 251-6352
St. Charles Mercy Hospital
Center for Health Promotion
Behavioral Health Services
(419) 696-7203
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Biofeedback
Biofeedback is a technique of consciously controlling bodily functions that are thought to be involuntary such as pain, blood pressure, etc.

St. Charles Mercy Hospital
Center for Health Promotion
Behavioral Health Services
(419) 696-7203
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Mercy Hospital of Tiffin
Outpatient Center
(419) 448-3108
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Healing Touch/Reiki Therapy
Very gentle touch energy work that balances and restores the energy field of the body while promoting a deep sense of relaxation. Helps control pain, nausea and vomiting.

These services are offered free of charge to cancer patients if they are undergoing outpatient radiation and chemotherpay treatment at St. Vincent and St. Charles.

St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center Available free to all cancer patients admitted to SVMMC.
(419) 251-6352

Mercy Hospital of Tiffin
(419) 448-3108
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The Victory Center, Toledo
Healing Touch free by appointment
5532 W. Central Avenue
Suite B
Toledo, Ohio 43615
(419) 531-7600
St. Charles Mercy Hospital
419-696-7465
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Meditation
Meditation helps focus, concentrate, calm and uplift the mind. It relieves stress by providing contact with deeper levels of awareness, inner peace and the calm inner self.

The Victory Center, Toledo (no charge)
5532 W. Central Avenue
Suite B
Toledo, Ohio 43615
(419) 531-7600


Yoga
Yoga consists of gentle exercises, breathing techniques and postures that promote relaxation and healing.

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St. Charles Mercy Hospital
2600 Navarre Ave.
Oregon, Ohio 43616

Mercy Center for Complementary Medicine & Wellness
3930 Sunforest Court
Toledo, Ohio 43623
419-251-4000

The Victory Center, Toledo (no charge)
5532 W. Cenral Avenue
Suite B
Toledo, Ohio 43615
(419) 531-7600
 

Massage Therapy
Soft tissue manipulation that improves nutrition and circulation to the tissues while promoting a sense of well-being. Massage is used for cancer patients to help control nausea, anxiety, pain and improve quality of life.

This service is offered free of charge to cancer patients undergoing outpatient radiation and chemotherapy at St. Vincent and St. Charles. At St. Charles the free service is offered through the Cancer Center.

St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
Available free to all cancer patients admitted to SVMMC.
(419) 251-6352

St. Charles Mercy Hospital
Center for Health Promotion
Massage Therapy by appointment:
(419) 696-7203
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Mercy Hospital of Tiffin
Complimentary Health Services
Massage therapy by appointment:
(419) 448-3108
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Mercy Hospital of Willard
Rehabilitation and Wellness Center
Massage therapy by appointment:
(419) 964-5700
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The Victory Center, Toledo (no charge)
5532 W. Central Avenue
Suite B
Toledo, Ohio 43615
Massage therapy by appointment:
(419) 531-7600

St. Charles Mercy Hospital
Cancer Center
2600 Navarre Ave.
Oregon, OH 43616
419-696-7465

Foot Reflexology
This method activates the healing powers of the body. It reduces stress and induces deep relaxation. It can improve circulation, cleanse the body of toxins and impurities, balance the whole system and revitalize energy.

The Victory Center, Toledo (no charge)
5532 W. Central Avenue
Suite B
Toledo, Ohio 43615
(419) 531-7600


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