Galway Individual Support Archives

Physical Rehabilitation and Exercise

This service is available in our specially designed gym run by our exercise physiologist.

Complementary Therapies

Complementary Therapies including reflexology and massage for cancer patients is available at the centre.

Psycho-Oncology & Counselling Service

Our psychologists provide professional expert intervention to deal with the distress caused by a cancer diagnosis. These specialised techniques include Cognitive Behaviour and Emotion Focused Therapy and a range of other evidence based interventions.

Psycho-Oncology Nursing Support

Specialised one-to-one information and support is available to help you cope with living with cancer and its treatment, especially side-effects. This service is provided by oncology nurses with many years’ experience in the area.

Information and Advice

The aim of the Oncology Nursing Service at Cancer Care West is to provide information, advice and support to cancer patients and their families.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Manual lymphatic drainage is a specialised type of massage for lymphoedema which helps to reduce swelling. The aim is to redirect fluid away from swollen areas towards healthy lymphatics.