Cancer Rehab, Breast Cancer Rehab & Lymphedema Management
Cancer Rehab is an underserved area. My objective is to make you feel better as quickly as possible and work with your unique needs while offering continued support on an as needed basis through survivorship. Lymphedema assessment, treatment and education services available. A Prehab (before surgery) evaluation may be advantageous if you are at risk for the development of lymphedema (for baseline limb volume measurements and lymphedema education).
An initial evaluation and treatment is performed to see how physical therapy intervention may benefit you. An individualized treatment plan will be designed just for you to help you meet your goals. A lymphatic garment may be recommended if you are at risk for lymphedema.
Conditions Treated:
Breast Cancer Rehab including treatments for shoulder dysfunction, core compromise, lymphatic cording, post mastectomy pain syndrome, post lumpectomy, axillary node dissection or breast reconstruction, fatigue, joint pain, osteoporosis
All types of cancer
Post-surgical Rehab
Swelling in the breast, arm or leg
Loss of motion or stiffness and pain
Muscle weakness, limited endurance
Chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy
Imbalance/fall risk
Prehab (before surgery education; limb girth measurements, signs and symptoms of lymphedema, skin care)
Care before, during and after chemotherapy, hormonal therapies and/or radiation
Lymphedema Physical Therapy
Treatments may include:
Lymphedema risk reduction and management beginning with an evaluation assessing limb volume, functional goals, limitations and clarifying the plan of care
Complete decongestive therapy for lymphedema management:
Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) (therapeutic massage)
Therapeutic Exercise
Skin Care
Compression garment selection or bandaging
Self-Care such as wearing and maintaining lymphedema garments, performing appropriate exercises and how to perform Self-MLD
Gentle Range of Motion and Stretching
Guided Exercise Programs
Joint Mobilization
Manual Therapy
Pain Reduction Techniques
Myofascial Release and Soft Tissue Mobilization
Neuromuscular Re-education
Balance Assessment and Programs
Gentle Guided Exercise Programs
Cardiovascular and Respiratory
Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment
Telehealth visits also available. See FAQ's button below for more info.
