Improving parent-child relationships in paediatric oncology through the use of “magic” massage

M. Therain, D. Kerob

INTRODUCTION

The onset of cancer in childhood is devastating, despite positive trends in cure rates. The diagnosis has traumatic effects on the parents, and all of them describe the pain of watching their child suffer and being powerless to help. What can be done to ensure this experience does not leave too deep a mental, physical and sensory impact on them?