Alternative Therapy is a cancer recovery center, specializing in empowering patients with choices in finding the path to their emotional and physical healing. Providing side-effect free therapies in osteopathy, physical therapy, lymphedema therapy, oncology massage, acupuncture, herbal remedies and yoga, Alternative Therapy tailors treatment plans to each patient's individual need. Cancer attacks more than just the anatomical body. Working in tandem with allopathic practitioners, Alternative Therapy nurtures the body, mind and spirit to achieve healing from within.

OSTEOPATHIC & PHYSICAL THERAPY

Our mission at Alternative Therapy is to relieve the suffering of patients with cancer and diminish reactions to cancer treatment.

Andrzej Strzalkowski, a 25 year veteran

Andrzej Strzalkowski, RPT

in the war on pain,  administers gentle osteopathic treatment, hands-on manipulation; myofascial and energy release. These therapies reduce swelling and sooth hypersensitive responses to chemotherapy such as; nausea, joint & muscle pain, digestive issues and insomnia.   Embracing advanced levels of healing, Andrzej initiates a sense of wellbeing by sharing the self-quieting techniques of meditation. Calming the emotional state of the patient promotes healing and significantly reduces recovery time.

MASSAGE

Oncology massage is beneficial for every stage of the cancer

Elaine Dohms, CLT-LANA

journey; to ease isolation and nurture the

Nathalie Cecilia, LMT

well being of the patient. Our therapists are specifically certified in oncology massage; a gentle therapy that can reduce pain, promote sleep and alleviate side effects of treatment. Alternative Therapy has the only certified Lymphedema therapist in the area. MM16653

Brook Longobardi, CYI

YOGA

Side-effects, both physical and emotional, from

cancer and treatment leave patients weak and demoralized. Gentle Yoga can stabilize immune systems, improve flexibility and reduce anxiety.  Specifically tailored classes address each patient's need while creating a safe atmosphere for peaceful warriors to share their journey to recovery.