Radiation Therapy for Bone Metastases

To learn more

ASTRO’s patient Web site, www.rtanswers.org, has more information on radiation therapy, including:

• Questions to ask the radiation oncologist about treatment and safety protocols.
• Short videos on how to prepare for radiation treatments.
• Information on clinical trials.
• Understanding the members of the radiation therapy treatment team.
• Dictionary of common terms.
• Contact information for cancer support organizations. These groups offer services ranging from coordinating in person support groups to helping patients with insurance problems.