Heavy Ion Therapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses charged particles, such as carbon ions, to target and destroy tumor cells. Unlike traditional X-ray radiation therapy, heavy ions can deliver more energy to the tumor while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. This precision makes it particularly effective for treating certain types of cancers. The therapy works by directing heavy ions at the tumor, where they deposit energy and cause damage to the cancer cells' DNA. This damage inhibits the cells' ability to grow and divide, ultimately leading to their death. Heavy Ion Therapy is often used for tumors that are difficult to treat with conventional methods.