Compassionate Care Foundation

Researchers compared 2 massage sessions, 2 Reiki sessions, and 4 Reiki sessions in 87 adults receiving hormone therapy for breast or prostate cancer. All three interventions reduced cancer-related fatigue, but Reiki demonstrated the largest improvements, particularly among those who received four Reiki sessions.⁠
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Researchers found:⁠
✅ Both Reiki and massage significantly reduced cancer-related fatigue.⁠
✅ Reiki demonstrated larger improvements in fatigue than massage.⁠
✅ Participants receiving four Reiki sessions experienced the greatest improvements in overall fatigue, worst fatigue, and fatigue interfering with daily life.⁠
✅ Reiki was found to be safe, well accepted by participants, and feasible to deliver in a clinical setting.⁠
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This study adds to the growing body of evidence supporting Reiki as a complementary therapy alongside conventional cancer care. While larger clinical trials are still needed, these findings suggest Reiki as a supportive option for people experiencing cancer-related fatigue during hormone therapy.

🌿 Compassionate Care Foundation – Compassionate Care Group 🌿

We’re honored to host our weekly Compassionate Care Group at the Walker Cancer Center in Watertown — a welcoming space where cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers can come together to connect, reflect, and heal.

💜 These meetings are designed to support your whole self — emotionally, mentally, and spiritually — while surrounding you with others who truly understand the journey.

🗓 Every Tuesday
⏰ 4:00 – 5:30 PM
📍 Walker Cancer Center, Watertown
📞 Call 315-777-7094 to register & join

Together, we are supporting each other every step of the way. 💛