Integrative Medicine: At-Home Tools

Audio Programs

Self-Hypnosis for Relaxation and Stress Relief

Self-hypnosis is a form of meditation that can help you relieve stress and anxiety, and achieve deep relaxation. It can be a powerful strategy to help you prepare for surgery as well as recover more quickly. In some cases, self-hypnosis may also reduce the need for pain medication.

In our 30-minute audio program, Integrative Medicine Service Chief Barrie Cassileth explains these and other benefits of self-hypnosis for cancer-related stress and anxiety. Social worker Robert Schmehr also guides you through a self-hypnosis practice.

This program should be used when you can spend a full, uninterrupted 30 minutes listening. You should not listen during activities that require you to remain alert, such as while driving.

Download this program for free on iTunes®, or e-mail us at IntegMedTraining@mskcc.org to request a free CD.

Exercise Training for Treatment and Beyond

When performed properly, exercise can improve your quality of life during cancer treatment. Physical exertion increases the flow of oxygen-rich blood through the body and can boost energy, endurance, and circulation while minimizing stress and fatigue.

This 40-minute audio program, customized for people at varying levels of ability, is designed to help you feel physically and emotionally stronger before, during, and after cancer treatment.

Contact us at IntegMedTraining@mskcc.org to order a free DVD.

Online Videos

Yoga, Breathing Exercises, and Other Integrative Medicine Therapies for Patients

Specialists from Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s Integrative Medicine Service demonstrate breathing and strengthening techniques to help patients recover in the hospital or at home.

Published: 04/17/2011 - 1:23 PM
Touch Therapy for Caregivers

Massage and touch can be important components of the healing process both during and after cancer treatment. A massage therapist from Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s integrative medicine service gives a demonstration of different techniques that caregivers can use on their loved ones.

Runtime: 60:00 minutes Published: 01/01/2008 - 12:00 AM