Mee Health Systems Offers Spa Services To Central Coast Cancer Patients<< View All Press Releases
August 13, 2007 (King City, CA) - Many cancer treatment centers want to embrace the ever-growing spa trend and integrate alternative health components into their western approach. That’s just what Dr. Ettore “Hector” Piroso and Mee Health Systems are doing with the soon-to-be open Mee Medical Pavilion, featuring various cancer-related treatments and services.
The profession of oncology massage has challenged an old myth – that massage promotes the spread of cancer by increasing circulation. This myth was based on a primitive understanding of how cancer spreads and on imbalanced research about the impact of massage. Oncology massage and other relaxing spa therapies, available at the Mee Medical Pavilion, are successfully combined with more traditional cancer treatments to comfort patients and affirm life.
According to a recent issue of Massage & Bodywork, hospitals that offer complementary alternative medicine to their patients grew by more than 30% in the last two years alone because many cancer patients, and those that care for them, are looking for a peaceful respite from the rigors and (at times ongoing) demands of cancer treatment.
An innovative healthcare leader and wellness provider, Mee Health Systems, which opens its newest state-of-the-art facility this fall in Paso Robles, will work with Spa Anywhere, a successful pioneer in location spa therapies to pamper their patients and bring the benefits of spa therapy into their new cancer treatment center.
Oncology massage and other forms of spa therapy seek to provide comfort, relaxation and relief from pain. Spa benefits may help reduce treatment related symptoms following chemotherapy and radiation, including fatigue, nausea, diarrhea and loss of appetite.
There is also some evidence to suggest that oncology spa services may:
- Decrease anxiety and depression
- Provide a distraction and relief from isolation
- Offer meaningful social interaction and act as a doorway to greater intimacy with family and friends
- Offer relief of touch deprivation
- Re-establish a positive body image
- Give patients a sense of participation in the healing process
- Re-build hope
Mee’s cancer services provide the full spectrum of available and emerging chemotherapy and surgical options, support services and potential access to a variety of clinical research trials, all under one roof. Services include:
- Medical oncology & hematology
- Plastic & reconstructive surgery
- Outpatient surgical options
- Therapeutic medical massage
- Infusion and chemotherapy
- Diagnostic radiology
- Laboratory services for analysis of red blood cell, white blood cell, platelet and clotting factor abnormalities
- Physical therapy
- Psycho-social support services
About Spa Anywhere LLC
Spa Anywhere offers a wide variety of spa treatments, including oncology therapies, couples massage, facial treatments, body scrubs, reflexology and much more. Spa Anywhere was founded in 2005 by Sandra Cade, a local spa development consulting professional, who has serviced the hospitality industry for over 15 years. Cade has created in-house spa programs for 5-star accommodations and several Central Coast luxury destinations, including Martin Resorts, Pacifica Hotels, Hotel Cheval and the new luxurious La Bellasera Hotel & Suites in Paso Robles. She holds a Master’s degree in tourism management from Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, as well as being a licensed massage therapist and aesthetician.
About Mee Health Systems
Mee Memorial Hospital is a 123-bed, not-for-profit hospital and the anchor facility of Mee Health Systems, a network of healthcare centers, clinics and outreach programs throughout King City, Soledad, Greenfield and Paso Robles. Mee Health Systems is committed to the wellness of our community and providing access to comprehensive healthcare in a caring, professional and responsible environment. Please visit
www.meememorial.com for more information. For information on the cancer center at Paso Robles, please call 805-226-3000.
For more information on bringing luxury spa services to your hotel or medical facility, please visit Spa Anywhere online at http://www.spaanywhere.com or call toll-free 866-550-BODY.
Interview Contact: Sandra Cade,
Director of Spa Services
Spa Anywhere LLC
PO Box 68
San Miguel, CA 93451
Phone: 805-674-5644
www.Spa-Anywhere.com
Sandra@Spa-Anywhere.com
