Acupuncture for Cancer Patients

Acupuncture provides a valuable complimentary therapy for the reduction of the symptoms and stresses of the cancer patient.

In addition to its well known effectiveness at reducing many pain syndromes, reducing insomnia and anxiety and moderating digestive complaints, a great deal of research illustrates the importance of acupuncture in the holistic approach to cancer management.

"The direction, genuine concern and skilled support I received from Dr. Stram and his staff at the Center helped me through the very difficult time I was having during the initial months of my cancer…" read more

"I have been a patient of Dr. Rebecca Rice for over two years. A little background…..Several years ago, my sister and I had similar damage to our Achilles tendons, causing significant pain and…" read more

" Her guidance, knowledge, and compassion have been very comforting as I battle through my conditions/illness. she really listens and always offers constructive and helpful advice;…" read more

" One of her best qualities is as an active listener. I initially sought out acupuncture with Liza for pre-surgery needs and have continued on as a weekly patient. My mind, body and spirit…" read more

"Before I began working with Liza, I had been suffering with nagging back pain from an old injury. I was excited to try acupuncture, but skeptical that it would help. Acupuncture relieved…" read more

Some of the many benefits of acupuncture include:

Reduction of nausea and emesis with acupuncture, electroacupuncture and acupressure both on its own, and alongside pharmaceutical anti-emetics
Improvement in white blood cell counts in patients receiving chemotherapy
Reduction of pain and improvement of mobility in the cancer patient
Reduction in radiation-induced xerostomia and related dysphagia
Chemotherapy-induced fatigue
Reduction of vasomotor symptoms in men undergoing treatment for prostate cancer

Judging from the amount of current research, the list of recognized benefits that acupuncture can provide will continue to increase.

Our Licensed Acupuncturist

Rebecca Rice DACM, (Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine) L.AC, uses acupuncture to treat patients here at the Delmar Stram Center. Dr. Rice is a New York State licensed acupuncturist, nationally certified and has developed a reputation for her effective acupuncture-based healing techniques with over 20 years experience.

Management of the Cancer Patient at the Stram Center for Integrative Medicine:

In coordination with Dr. Stram, treatment plans are developed for the cancer patient with the goal of enhancing conventional cancer therapies (chemotherapy and radiation) and include:

Review of caloric and diet history; establishing individualized nutrition assessment and dietary plans to optimize energy levels and maintain lean body mass

Supplementation therapies including vitamin, herbs and botanicals to:

stimulate and increase immune system function
encourage cellular repair and regeneration
accelerate the process of recovery
provide preventative immune support
inhibit disease progression
enhance treatment efficacy
bolster cancer-fighting capacity

Integrative Medicine - Acupuncture for Cancer Patients

Integrative Medicine, practiced here at The Center, is based on a more caring practitioner-client partnership which incorporates the best of conventional Western medicine with alternative and complementary Eastern therapies resulting in a safer, more natural, whole body approach to stimulate the body’s natural healing potential. Dr. Ronald Stram has been treating cancer patients since 2003 using integrative therapies, including high dose IV vitamin C.

Click here to read about all Cancer Care therapies.

Our Special Team Approach to Your Health Care

At the Center, our practitioners have the opportunity to consult with complementary practitioners and medical doctors about your health concerns and the progress you are making. These practitioners are always available to you as well.

We take great pride in our staff's special team consulting approach to the care of our patients, giving you the best that Integrative Medicine has to offer.

Make an Appointment

Please call the Delmar Stram Center at 518-689-2244 or Contact Us by Email.

Integrative Treatment Options

IV Vitamin C

IV Vitamin C and Cancer Care There is much research regarding the use of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in cancer therapy. However, most of the research focuses on oral rather than the more effective intravenous (IV) route of administration. IV vitamin C has a significantly greater effect on immune enhancement than the conventional oral route of administration.
IV Vitamin C

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Dedicated to treating the root cause of illness and using the most advanced integrative methods in a safe environment, the Stram Center for Integrative Medicine, under the medical supervision of Dr. Ron Stram, will utilize the benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to complement and enhance the healing process in both chronic and acute conditions of our patients. You will…
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Desiring a healthier life may be your goal, but for you and millions others it can prove more challenging. You may feel that your immunity is low. You may be in a state of physiological, mental or emotional unrest. Or you may be faced with a more serious illness or chronic pain.
Chinese Herbal Medicine

Integrative Cancer Care

KNOW ALL YOUR OPTIONS A cancer diagnosis is stressful, frightening and overwhelming. Making decisions about treatment during this phase is challenging. Conventional oncologists usually recommend only conventional treatment such as chemotherapy, radiation and surgery, but you may be left wondering, "is there something else that can benefit me?" Your cancer consultation at the Stram Center will…
Integrative Cancer Care

IV Therapy for Chronic Illness

Chronic illnesses are on the rise in the US. From chronic Lyme disease, cancers, chronic fatigue, pain and more – patients are attempting to live their best lives while fighting a battle within. A patient’s response to chronic illness is unique – based upon many factors ranging from emotional response to the disease, individual physical symptoms, immune response and the duration of the…
IV Therapy for Chronic Illness

Medical Marijuana

The Stram Center is pleased to be able to prescribe medical marijuana to certain populations of patients, meeting required NYS mandated criteria. We believe that medical marijuana will be a good symptom control option for patients not adequately benefiting from conventional pharmaceutical symptom control for the qualifying conditions.
Medical Marijuana

Nutritional Counseling

The practitioners at the Center recognize that diet is often the basis for your heath and your potential to heal. Adopting a healthy diet is often the first step towards correcting health problems. Many medical conditions can be treated more effectively when the patient implements specific diets and uses nutritional supplements. These interventions afford fewer complications and side effects than…
Nutritional Counseling

Pain Management

Restorative Pain Solutions Pain can affect every part of our lives. Pain can lead to fatigue, emotional distress and many other challenges in addition to the physical discomfort. The causes of pain can vary widely, and although most people with chronic pain share much in common, every person living with pain has their own story. At the Center, our emphasis is on resolving the source of the pain,…
Pain Management