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Cancer Rehabilitation and Oncologists: The Partnership to Improve Your Recovery
After interacting with hundreds of oncology patients at our cancer rehab clinic, I’ve noticed that the battle against cancer is often considered won once the patient is in remission (or when the cancer is stabilized). That certainly is an important milestone. However, I don’t think patients should settle for that outcome alone. Let me explain.…
Read MoreA Cancer Rehabilitation Program Designed for You
When you are diagnosed with cancer, cancer treatment is of utmost importance and becomes the primary focus for cancer patients, and for good reason. Going into treatment, most patients are aware that cancer treatments are taxing and require physical and mental stamina. Being able to tolerate the rigors of treatment is essential for optimal outcomes. However,…
Read MoreHow Early Surveillance Significantly Reduces Lymphedema Risk
One of the best things to reverse lymphedema is early surveillance. Find out why here!
Read MoreCancer Rehab and “Prehabilitation” – Assessment and Prevention
Here at Oncology Rehab and Wellness, we’re with you on your journey to recovery. What few may know is that your journey to recovery can start before you begin your cancer treatments. A growing pool of scientific research and data shows that starting your recovery before you undergo your cancer treatments increases your physical health…
Read MoreHelping You Move into Recovery
Congratulations! If you are reading this, it’s likely that you have completed or in the process of completing your cancer treatments. This is a huge accomplishment and now you should be thinking about how to build back your life as you recover from the effects of treatment. The first step of recovery is determining what…
Read MoreWhy an Annual PT Exam is Right For You
You visit the doctor and dentist every year as a normal part of taking care of yourself. Why not your physical therapist? Cancer and cancer treatments/surgeries can cause late/long term effects which can affect your function and quality of life. Identifying issues early and addressing them is important to keeping you functioning at your best. …
Read MorePhysical Therapy via Telerehab: How It Can Aid Your Recovery
At first glance, telerehab and physical therapy do not seem like compatible services. Many people think that visiting in-person is necessary for physical therapy, while telerehab is, by definition, a virtual service. How can a therapy service which is all about the physical body be done over video? However, while some physical therapy services such…
Read MoreTaking COVID-19 Precautions with Physical Therapy Cancer Patients
Keeping our patients safe and healthy has always been and will continue to be our top priority. Since Oncology Rehab and Wellness (ORW) provides an essential service, we have remained open through the shutdown and implemented the proper precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We recognize that our patients are at higher risk of…
Read MoreWhat Can Cancer Rehab Help With?
Cancer rehabilitation, or physical therapy specialized in the treatment of cancer-related impairments is an available service for cancer patients and survivors that to date remains highly underutilized. Interventions can help throughout the continuum of cancer care from the time of diagnosis though treatment and into palliative care and can assist patients with living their best…
Read MoreIs Cancer Rehab Right For You?
Many cancer patients and survivors deal with the after-effects of cancer treatment, such as pain and impaired functioning. Many of these “late effects” can linger even years after cancer treatment has ended. Nevertheless, few patients receive the needed care to address these issues. Cancer rehabilitation, or physical therapy specializing in the physical problems related to…
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