which usually includes some surgical site discomfort and swelling. You may also experience the following complications after a mastectomy, notes the ACS: Chest or upper arm numbness Limited movement ...

A recent randomized controlled trial reveals the potential of a program designed to connect patients who have breast cancer to needed exercise and rehabilitation services starting at diagnosis and ...

MADISON (WKOW) -- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is also National Physical Therapy Month. Julie Lombardo is the owner and CEO at Capitol Physical Therapy in Madison. She is also a 9-year ...

A recent randomized controlled trial reveals the potential of a program designed to connect patients who have breast cancer to needed exercise and rehabilitation services starting at diagnosis and ...

Early physical therapy initiation at cancer diagnosis can prevent or minimize treatment-related side effects, enhancing patient outcomes. Cancer treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation ...

This week, Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Katie Schmitt about oncology physical therapy. Dr. Schmitt is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a clinical specialist in oncologic physical therapy and certified ...

Talk to your physician to see if physical therapy may be appropriate for you. Breast cancer is treated by either a lumpectomy (removing just the lump) or mastectomy (removing the entire breast tissue) ...

The rehab mindset whispers, “Finish your cancer treatment and then we will send you to rehab to strengthen your body.” The patient is passive in this equation. Problem solving is sequential - once we ...

ChristianaCare’s Cawley Center for Translational Cancer Research has unveiled a first-of-its-kind organoid core in a community cancer center program. The new laboratory facility within the Helen F.

Our Care Advisors will connect you with the best healthcare provider for your needs. At MSK, your physical, emotional, and mental health is very important. We have follow-up care and support programs ...