Mistletoe Therapy
In Germany, cancer treatment is integrative—mistletoe therapy is included in the government healthcare program for patients diagnosed with cancer. While less known in North America, awareness is growing, and this therapy is now offered at Lococo Wellness Clinic.
At a glance
Potential Benefits of Mistletoe Therapy
Reported improvements in overall well-being and daily functioning during or after conventional care.
Literature describes better rest and night-time comfort in some patients.
Adjunctive use has been associated with appetite support and perceived energy.
Select studies report relief in common symptoms such as nausea or general malaise (individual responses vary).
Patients often describe feeling more settled and supported through the treatment journey.
Dosing, extract type, and frequency are individualized by German experts based on history and diagnosis.
This therapy is adjunctive and not a replacement for oncology treatment. Individual results will vary.
How it works
- Initial consultation: We record your health history, type and stage of cancer, and relevant factors.
- Expert protocol design: This information is submitted to mistletoe experts in Germany.
- Dose & product selection: The German experts advise our Naturopathic Doctors on the type of mistletoe extract, dose, and frequency—often up to three injections per week.
- Administration: Injections are scheduled and administered at Lococo Wellness Clinic. Response is monitored and the plan is adjusted as needed.
- Frequency can vary; some plans start lower and titrate.
- We track comfort, sleep, appetite, and overall well-being during care.
- This therapy is adjunctive and does not replace oncology treatment.
ℹ️ What is mistletoe therapy? ›
Mistletoe (Viscum album) extracts are used within integrative oncology programs in parts of Europe. Protocols are individualized and can support quality-of-life goals during or after conventional care.
🗓️ How often are injections given? ›
Up to three times per week is common. Exact frequency, dose, and extract type are determined by German experts based on your history and diagnosis.
🛡️ Safety & monitoring ›
- An initial consultation is required before starting therapy.
- Your response is monitored; dosing may be adjusted per expert guidance.
- Please continue to follow your oncology team’s recommendations.
Research & References
- Steele ML, Axtner J, Happe A, et al. Safety, effectiveness and quality of life in cancer patients treated with Viscum album L. extracts: Results from a large observational multi-centre study. *BMC Complement Med Ther.* 2022;22:4.
- Tröger W, et al. Quality of life improvements in patients with advanced cancer under adjunctive mistletoe therapy: Systematic review and meta-analysis. *Integr Cancer Ther.* 2022.
- Loef M, Walach H. Mistletoe extract as adjunct therapy improves quality of life in cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis. *BMC Complement Med Ther.* 2021;21:310.
- Büssing A, et al. Mistletoe extracts in cancer therapy: Overview of clinical and preclinical evidence. *Phytomedicine.* 2021;87:153583.
- Kröz M, et al. Safety and outcomes of subcutaneous mistletoe therapy in oncology patients. *Support Care Cancer.* 2020;28(10):4865–4874.