Going through cancer treatment is one of the hardest things a person can face, and the side effects of treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy, such as exhaustion, nausea, poor appetite, pain and disturbed sleep, can take a heavy toll on daily life. At Yuan Qi Acupuncture Center in Business Bay, we offer acupuncture as gentle, supportive care that some people find helps them cope with these side effects, always strictly alongside the treatment provided by their oncology team.
Supportive Cancer Care · Business Bay clinic
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We want to be completely clear about this: acupuncture is not a treatment for cancer, and it does not cure, treat, shrink or slow the disease in any way. It is offered only as supportive, complementary care to help with the side effects of treatment and with wellbeing. Your cancer treatment must always be led by your oncology team, and acupuncture is never a reason to delay, change or stop any part of your medical care. Please continue with everything your oncologist advises.
Because cancer treatment can bring specific risks, we only provide supportive acupuncture with the knowledge of your oncology team and once we understand your situation. Please tell us about your diagnosis and treatment, including things such as your blood counts, any lymphoedema or risk of it, and your infection risk, so we can adapt our care or, where needed, advise that treatment is not suitable at that time. Your safety always comes first, and we work gently and within a clear supportive role.
Used alongside medical treatment, acupuncture is something many people find helps them cope with some of the side effects and the strain of cancer treatment. Rather than acting on the illness, it offers gentle, calming support: many people find it helps them feel more relaxed, more rested, and a little more able to manage difficult days. The focus is entirely on comfort, coping and wellbeing during a hard time, as a complement to the care of your oncology team.
We are honest and realistic that everyone is different, and that this is supportive care, not a treatment that changes the course of the illness or the medical plan. Acupuncture works best as one gentle, caring part of looking after yourself through treatment, alongside the support of your medical team, family and friends.
As supportive care, strictly alongside your oncology treatment, acupuncture is commonly used to help people cope with:
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Everything we do for people during cancer treatment is gentle and carefully adapted. We keep treatment light, we take great care with hygiene and with any areas affected by treatment or surgery, and we always work within what is safe and comfortable for you on the day. If you are having a difficult phase of treatment, we adjust accordingly, and we are glad to coordinate with your oncology team.
Our aim is simple and honest: to offer a calm, caring space and gentle support that may help you feel a little more comfortable and rested as you go through treatment. Nothing we offer replaces or interferes with your medical care; it sits quietly alongside it.
We have a gentle, unhurried conversation about how you are feeling, your diagnosis and treatment, and what would help most, and we check it is safe and suitable to offer supportive treatment. Everything is paced to you, and there is no pressure.
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If you are going through cancer treatment and would like gentle, supportive care alongside your oncology treatment, we are here to help with comfort and wellbeing. Please speak with your oncology team as well, and feel free to involve them. Yuan Qi Acupuncture Center is in the Sheikh Majid Building on Sheikh Zayed Road in Business Bay, easy to reach from Downtown, Al Wasl and Jumeirah. Call or message on WhatsApp at +971 50 288 4479 and we will arrange a gentle consultation.
No. Acupuncture is not a treatment for cancer and does not cure, treat, shrink or slow the disease in any way. It is offered only as supportive, complementary care to help people cope with the side effects of cancer treatment, strictly alongside their oncology care.
Many people find acupuncture helps them cope with side effects such as fatigue, nausea, pain, stress and poor sleep during cancer treatment. It is offered as gentle, supportive care alongside your oncology treatment, focused on comfort and wellbeing.
Absolutely not. Your cancer treatment must always be led by your oncology team. Acupuncture is never a reason to delay, change or stop any part of your medical care. It is supportive care that sits alongside your treatment, nothing more.
Yes. We only provide supportive acupuncture with the knowledge of your oncology team and once we understand your situation. We are glad to coordinate with them, and we encourage you to keep them fully informed.
Cancer treatment can bring specific risks, so we only treat with the knowledge of your oncology team and after understanding your situation, including things like your blood counts and infection risk. We adapt or, where needed, advise against treatment to keep you safe.
Fatigue during cancer treatment is one of the things people most often seek support for. Acupuncture is used as gentle, supportive care that some find helps them cope with exhaustion, alongside rest and the care of their medical team. It does not treat the illness.
Some people find acupuncture helps them cope with treatment-related nausea, as supportive care alongside their oncology treatment and any anti-sickness medication their team has prescribed. Please always take medication as advised by your oncologist.
Yes, as supportive care. A cancer diagnosis and treatment are deeply stressful, and many people find the calm of a gentle session helps them feel more relaxed and rested. We also encourage any psychological support your team can offer.
Yes, please. Tell us about your diagnosis and treatment, including your blood counts, any lymphoedema or risk of it, and your infection risk, so we can adapt our care safely or advise when treatment is not suitable. Your safety comes first.
Yes. Please keep your oncology team fully informed, and feel free to involve them. We only offer supportive acupuncture with their knowledge, and we are happy to coordinate with them.
We do not make that claim. Your immune health during cancer treatment is managed by your oncology team. Acupuncture is offered only as gentle, supportive care for comfort and coping, not to affect your immune system.
Yes. Everything we do during cancer treatment is gentle and carefully adapted, with great care over hygiene and any areas affected by treatment or surgery. We always work within what is safe and comfortable for you on the day.
There is no fixed number. Supportive care is gentle and paced entirely to how you are feeling and what your oncology team advises. We keep everything flexible around your treatment and your wellbeing.
Most people feel very little. The needles are far thinner than injection needles, and during cancer treatment we keep treatment especially light and gentle. The session is designed to be calm and restful.
Yes, you are welcome to bring someone with you for comfort and support. We want you to feel as relaxed and cared for as possible during your visit.
Some people seek gentle support during recovery after treatment, for wellbeing, energy and rest. This is supportive care alongside any follow-up care from your medical team. Please keep attending your follow-up appointments.
We have a gentle, unhurried conversation about how you are feeling, your diagnosis and treatment, and what would help most, and we check it is safe and suitable to offer supportive treatment. Everything is paced to you, and there is no pressure.
Yes, if it is the safest thing for you. If a phase of treatment or your situation means acupuncture is not suitable at that time, we will say so honestly. Your safety and your medical care always come first.
No referral is needed, but we will ask about your diagnosis and treatment and only proceed with the knowledge of your oncology team. You can arrange a gentle consultation by phone, WhatsApp or through our website.
Call or message us on WhatsApp at +971 50 288 4479, or use the booking form on this page, and we will arrange a gentle consultation at a time that suits you.
