Posts by Cheryl Guarna
We’re Moving! NEW Location in Lansdowne, VA
I am excited to announce that Oncology Rehab & Wellness will be moving to a NEW nearby location in Lansdowne in February 2023!
Read More4 Ways to Make Valentine’s Day Special During Cancer Treatment
If your loved one is journeying through a cancer diagnosis, Valentine’s Day may very well be spent in the hospital, a rehab center, or at home. But never fear. There are several beautiful things you can do to show your loved one the care and support they need on Valentine’s Day.
Read MoreHow to Lower Your Lymphedema Risk
Pay attention to your own body for early warning signs that could signal lymphedema risk: 1) Tingling feelings 2) Heavy achy feelings 3) Noticeable swelling 4) A lack of flexibility 5) Skin that holds a dent if you press it with a finger 6) Skin that feels stretched or tight.
Read MoreHow to Get Things Done When You’re Low on Energy
After any surgery or intensive medical treatment, available bodily energy will be low, because the body is using a lot of energy just to heal. And this is doubly true of anything that impacts the lungs. So, lung-cancer survivors need some particularized strategies for managing the energy they do have, and making the most of it.
Read MoreLung Cancer Breathing Techniques to Manage Shortness of Breath
Before diving into specific breathing techniques for lung cancer, here is some anatomical background on why breath-work is important.
Read MoreWhat to Know About Home Oxygen Therapy with Lung Cancer
After lung cancer surgery, oxygen therapy can be a vital part of your recovery. Learn about living normally while using home oxygen therapy.
Read MoreHow to Prevent and Treat Scarring Around New Breast Implants
Capsular contracture can be prevented or treated with ultrasound, targeted massage, and physical therapy, without requiring invasive surgery.
Read MoreHow to Treat Frozen Shoulder in Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors
85% of breast cancer patients have arm problems related to treatment. Frozen shoulder might not appear for a year or more, and starting physical therapy immediately after–or even before–treatment, is the best way to prevent frozen shoulder.
Read MoreHow Baseline Physical Therapy Testing Helps with Breast Cancer Side Effects
Since 2011, many medical professionals have advocated for a “prospective” method of dealing with impairments related to breast cancer treatments such as stiffness, lymphedema, neuropathy, etc. In plain language this means “Start treating side effects before you even start cancer treatments.”
Read MoreGetting Pain Relief for Neuropathy through Physical Therapy (Not Medication)
We focus on physical therapy for neuropathy that promotes lasting healing and relief from neuropathy symptoms.
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