Posts Tagged ‘breast cancer’
Duke Study Finds Exercise Helps with Treating Breast Cancer
A Duke University study recently published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute used mice to find that exercise doubles blood flow and oxygen to tumors, which Dr. Mark Dewhirst, a Duke cancer researcher, says is a good thing. Read the full article here: http://www.wral.com/duke-study-finds-exercise-helps-with-treating-breast-cancer/14556579/#dc1f
Read MoreUnveiling the Power of Exercise for Lymphedema Management: Latest Research and Evidence-Based Benefits
As a physical therapist, I understand the importance of exercise in promoting overall health and well-being. Being a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) I am committed to providing evidence-based lymphedema treatment to my lymphedema patients. In recent years, there has been growing interest and research in the role of exercise in managing lymphedema. Lymphedema is a…
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 MoreBreast Cancer and Osteoporosis Risk
Breast cancer survivors have a much higher risk of osteoporosis compared with cancer-free women, but physical therapy can protect and restore bone mass density.
Read MoreBreast Cancer Rehabilitation: Alleviating the Aftereffects of Cancer Treatments
You may be aware of the most direct side effects of breast cancer stemming from surgery, but there are other side effects from radiation and chemotherapy that you should be aware of as you and your oncologist talk about cancer rehab. A breast cancer rehab program should address or anticipate therapy treatments for shoulder mobility…
Read MoreGrounding Meditations During a Storm of Illness
Meditative and spiritual guru Gabrielle Anderson discusses how meditation improves the emotional and spiritual health of cancer patients.
Read MoreHow Physical Therapy Can Help With Pain After Breast Surgery
Pain after breast surgery? How can rehab help? Breast surgery is a lifesaving treatment for many women diagnosed with breast cancer. If you and your cancer team have determined that breast surgery will be part of your treatment plan, you will be advised on what to expect after your surgery. One side effect on…
Read MoreExercising Safely After Breast Cancer Treatment: How to Get Started
I’m not usually one who says things like, “it takes a special person to do so and so,” but breast cancer survivors are special people. I’ve found that working with survivors challenges me and makes me want to go to work every day! We all know that exercise is good for us. We all know…
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