Physiotherapy Treatment Post Breast Cancer surgery
Physiotherapy Treatment Post Breast Cancer surgery
Exercise therapy after breast cancer surgery is an important step of recovery. Treatment post breast cancer surgery will help improve muscle tone, regain and maintain mobility in there arm and shoulder, lessen side effects of the surgery such as pain, joint stiffness and swelling, and improve overall well-being. In this video our physiotherapist explains more about this process:
During the first stage of recovery after surgery, our physiotherapist will focus on gentle range of motion movements. This will allow the patient to do daily activities such as eating or combing her hair. Exercises will increasingly require more use of the shoulder and arms with time. The second stage of healing will work on strengthening and conditioning. This may include basic weight lifting. Therapy will continue until patient fully recovers strength and mobility in the affected area. Do not try to make any exercises unless under professional supervision.
Rehabilitation treatment is also crucial after radiation therapy due to its side effects on the body. Exercises aim is to keep the arm’s flexibility. Continuing therapy for 2- 3 months after surgery is strongly recommended.
Physiotherapy is covered by most extended health insurance plans. To know more about your coverage, give us a call and we will be glad to help you.
How Can PhysioChiroWellness Help?
At PhysioChiroWellness Integrated Health Centre our highly-skilled practitioners work together to create fully integrated health solutions that may include physiotherapy, chiropractic, massage therapy, acupuncture, naturopathy, medical aesthetics amongst others. Our professionals will work together towards achieving an optimal health for all our patients through a holistically approach when treating any condition or pain they may present. This service is provided in our Vaughan, On & Newmarket, On clinics and can be booked at any time.
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