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Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine to Support Your Cancer Care in Richmond and Surrounded Areas.
The Role of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs in Cancer Care
Chinese Herbal Medicine has been used for centuries to support health and wellness, and its role in cancer care continues to grow as more patients seek complementary therapies.
By working alongside conventional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation, Acupuncture and Herbs offer a natural way to manage side effects, improve well-being, and enhance the body’s natural healing abilities during treatment, as well as in the management of possible long-term issues you might experience post-treatment.
If you’re curious to know more about me, how I approach these patients, and my therapeutic approach, listen to the podcast.
Integrating Chinese Herbal Medicine in the Treatment of Advanced Metastatic Breast Cancer: A Case Study
This case study describes the journey of a 52-year-old woman with advanced metastatic, hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, managed through an integrative approach combining Chinese herbal medicine with conventional oncology treatment. When we began working together, her tumour marker CA15-3 was 248 U/mL.
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Over two years, I prescribed personalised herbal formulas aimed at supporting her constitution, alleviating symptoms, and complementing her conventional treatment.
Her tumour markers steadily declined, reaching 129 U/mL by late 2022 and continuing to decrease as her energy, sleep, and overall well-being improved.
In September 2022, her CA15-3 level unexpectedly rose again to 196 U/mL. She was continuing her conventional treatments without interruption, and nothing else had changed. The only adjustment was to increase the dosages of specific Chinese herbs that seem to have anti-tumour properties. Following these modifications, the marker levels stabilised and then began to drop again, eventually reaching 21 U/mL in early 2025.
This turning point strongly indicates a therapeutic impact of the herbs themselves. The patient also experienced a visible healing of the breast lesion and maintained an excellent quality of life despite the severity of her diagnosis.
This case illustrates how Chinese herbal medicine, when incorporated into a carefully monitored integrative strategy, may contribute meaningfully to cancer management, not only in alleviating side effects but also potentially influencing tumour activity itself.
Video Testimonial
Read what other cancer patients have shared about their journey with acupuncture and herbal medicine and how these natural therapies have helped them navigate the challenging path of cancer treatment and recovery.
Breast Cancer Patient
I was diagnosed with breast cancer a year ago. I was scared, unsure what to do. A friend suggested to approach Maria Sole as she might have some suggestions on how to change my diet – something I was interested to try…I got so much more than that!!
Maria Sole and I spent more than an hour on an initial consultation. She explained to me the basis of Chinese philosophy and how the body could benefit from some external help to recover the lost harmony and boost the immune system. Maria Sole was very reassuring and also very clear about how she could accompany me on my journey with both acupuncture and herbal remedies. I started with acupuncture first, and after a couple of sessions, I could already feel my body relax and felt less anxious about the forthcoming operation. Soon after, I started taking some herbs- they take a bit longer to kick in but what a difference they make!
The positive support of both acupuncture and herbs on my body and energy have been particularly visible after the operation when Maria Sole worked beautifully on my scars with fantastic results.
The acupuncture was also super helpful to move around energy after the long anaesthesia. The herbs were a God sent during chemo and radiotherapy– Maria Sole adjusted them to be able to support my immune system – I never felt sick, and I always felt with enough energy to be able to go ahead with my daily activities, including long walks and tai- chi. I am now “addicted” to my herbs – I can feel the difference immediately if, by mistake, my order is late…
Maria Sole has adjusted them to support my forced menopause, and they are helping me to keep to a minimum the side effects of the medication I am on. I am so grateful to Maria Sole, and so happy that I trusted her when we met- I have never looked back!!
C.M.
Metastatic Breast Cancer Patient
I reached out to Maria Sole to help me with metastatic breast cancer. That was almost three years ago. When we started the treatment, I was in excruciating pain. She helped me with acupuncture and Chinese herbs. She adjusted the herbs every couple of weeks.
I slowly started getting better; my blood results were improving, and I was in no pain at all after a few months. Maria was so invested in my well-being. She is so caring and supportive. I am so happy to have her on my healing journey. 💕💕
M.B.
How Acupuncture Benefits Cancer Patients
1- Addressing long-term side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy: Eases discomfort and supports recovery.
2- Relieving anxiety and depression: Reduces stress, calms the nervous system, and promotes emotional balance.
3- Reducing fatigue: Boosts energy levels and combats treatment-related exhaustion.
4- Alleviating pain: Provides relief from cancer-related pain and pain caused by treatments, such as neuropathy.
5- Alleviating lymphoedema: Helps reduce swelling and improve fluid circulation.
6- Minimising hot flushes: Helps manage hot flushes related to hormone therapy.
7- Boosting immune function: Supports the immune system, aiding recovery and resilience.
8- Improving digestive function: Addresses issues like bloating, constipation, or diarrhoea caused by treatments.
How Chinese Herbal Medicine Benefits Cancer Patients
1- Reduces treatment side effect
2- Calm anxiety
3- Supports fatigue relief: Helps restore energy levels and strengthen vitality throughout conventional treatment.
4- Helps reduce nausea and vomiting: Enhances digestive health, improves appetite, and alleviates other side effects during treatment
5- Balances Hormones: Manages hot flushes and other hormone therapy side effects.
6- Supports Immune Function: Strengthens the immune system, aiding recovery and resilience.
7- Manages Pain: Offers natural relief for cancer-related pain and inflammation.
8- Detoxifies the Body: Supports the liver and kidneys in clearing toxins from the body.
9- Relieves dryness and redness during radiotherapy: Enhances hydration for those undergoing treatment.
Chinese Herbal Medicine is a powerful complement to acupuncture and conventional cancer treatments, enhancing overall well-being and improving quality of life during treatment, as well as helping manage possible long-term effects.
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233 Lower Mortlake Road, Richmond, TW9 2LL UK
43 Breamwater Gardens, Richmond, TW10 7SF UK
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43 Breamwater Gardens, Richmond, TW10 7SF UK
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