Acupuncture Today2 Des 2025

The Other Side of the Bell: Supporting Oncology Patients Beyond Remission

The article highlights the critical, often overlooked, need for continued care for oncology patients after they achieve "NED" (No Evidence of Disease) and complete their acute treatment. Upon entering remission and ringing the ceremonial bell, many patients feel a pervasive sense of anxiety and depression as the consistent support from their primary oncology team sharply decreases. Cancer is recognized as deeply traumatic, and patients subsequently face ongoing physical challenges like lymphedema and brain fog, coupled with psychological implications, including chronic dread and fear of recurrence. The author argues that acupuncturists are uniquely positioned to serve as the bridge for patients transitioning from acute treatment to post-oncology care, as the cadence of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) support does not necessarily decrease. Post-treatment, practitioners must conduct a thorough re-evaluation, acknowledging that patients often embark on long-term adjuvant therapies (like tamoxifen) that introduce new side effects, effectively creating a new primary diagnosis. A trauma-informed care approach is recommended, emphasizing validation, predictability, and empathetic listening to normalize the patient’s experience. Practitioners should maintain a vetted list of specialized referral professionals (therapists, dietitians, lymphatic drainage specialists) to aid patient reintegration. By supporting this vulnerable population, acupuncturists fulfill a tremendous clinical need and gain the attention of doctors increasingly seeking complementary medicine referrals.

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