Therapies

We believe everyone with a life-limiting illness should be supported to live well. Our holistic approach means we prioritise wellbeing, relaxation and independence.

Therapies and treatments tailored to individual needs

We offer a range of complementary therapies and treatments tailored to meet individual needs and, where appropriate, can also be accessed by families and carers.

All our therapies are offered on our Inpatient and Day Patient Units, while physiotherapy and zoom exercise classes can also be accessed from home.

Physiotherapy

Our team helps maintain and improve patients’ independence. Find out about referrals here.

Occupational Therapy

Our Occupational Therapists will work with you to enable you to overcome challenges in completing activities that are important to you. Find out about referrals here.

Lymphoedema

Our nursing teams can help with a range of lymphoedema treatment options including information on skin care, compression garments, exercise and a specialist form of massage. Find out about referrals here.

Dietetics

The dietitian will provide nutrition advice based on your situation and condition, including symptom management. Find out about referrals here.

Reflexology

Based on the idea of specific points on the feet and hands corresponding to all areas of the body. Find out about referrals here.

Massage

Massage can reduce stress and tension and provide relaxation for the body and mind. Find out about referrals here.

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is the use of fragrant plant oils to support physical and emotional well being. Find out about referrals here.

Reiki

Gentle therapy involving the therapist placing their hands either on or above the body. Find out about referrals here.

Bowen

This technique is a bodywork therapy that is applied using very gentle movements. Find out about referrals here.

Acupuncture

Fine needles are inserted at certain sites in the body to aid symptom control. Find out about referrals here.

Support for carers

Discover our support for carers page here for top tips on looking after yourself.

Zoom exercise classes

Join our gentle exercise classes online. Suitable for all. Find out about referrals here.

Relaxation Recordings

Our collection of relaxation exercises has five shorter and three longer guided exercise tracks. You can listen here and on the Dorothy House podcast.

Creative therapy

The Creative Arts Team gives patients and their families the chance to explore a variety of creative arts and use various techniques to give them a focus and diversion at a difficult and emotional time. Find out about referrals here.