Cervical Cancer Treatments – Mind-Body Medicine
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Mind-Body Medicine for Cervical Cancer
Also known as Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI), the Mind-Body Medicine program at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) helps both cancer patients and their caregivers explore the healing power of the mind and experience what is unique to them at all levels of their being—body, mind and spirit. A valuable complement to conventional cervical cancer treatments, this program offers a range of individual and group opportunities for learning and healing. Our PNI program is designed to strengthen the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels of all of our cancer patients and their loved ones.
Our dedicated care team at CTCA believes that the most effective cervical cancer treatment is the one that is multifaceted and patient-centered. Dedicated to patient education and empowerment, we encourage our patients to take advantage of a comprehensive cervical cancer treatment plan that nurtures and improves your emotional state and addresses spiritual and relationship issues.
Defining Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)
Mind-body medicine is based on a relatively new area of care called Psychoneuroimmunology. "Psycho" refers to your cognitive, emotional and mood states, where "neuro" refers to your body’s neurological and neuroendocrine systems. "Immunology" refers to the practice of leveraging your natural cellular structures and immune system to aid in the fight against cancer.
PNI explores the relationship between the body and mind; in particular, the powerful influence of your mind on your body and immune system. The CTCA Mind-Body Medicine Program uses a wide variety of techniques to help leverage the healing power of the mind.
Here are just a few of the innovative therapies that our PNI program offers to cervical cancer patients and their families:
- Stress management
- Relaxation and imagery training
- Spiritual meditation
- Support groups for you and your family
- Individual, couple and family counseling
- Psychoeducational groups
- Educational resources
- Humor therapy
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