Do’s and Dont’s of Managing Urinary Stress Incontinence
May 1st, 2012
Urinary Stress Incontinence: What is it? The weather is warming up, and you are ready to kickstart that walk/run program you had put off because of the cold winter weather. But, what is this annoying and embarrassing occurrence of a small amount of urine leaked every time you want to sprint a little faster? What’s [...]
Spring into Spring Injury Free
April 1st, 2012
Now that the warm weather has finally arrived, we all want to get out there and enjoy it as much as possible. This means pulling out the golf clubs, wiping the dust off the bicycle or trying out those new gardening tools. However, if we don’t prepare our bodies for activity during these few months, [...]
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Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
At Keary Physiotherapy, our physiotherapists have many years of experience and extensive post-graduate training in providing care for women with breast cancer. We take the time to listen to all of your questions and concerns during what is often a challenging time in your life. We provide therapy for all the physical changes taking place in your body as a result of chemotherapy, radiation, and/or surgery.
Who would benefit from breast cancer rehabilitation?
If you experience any of the following symptoms, you could benefit from seeing a Keary physiotherapist who specializes in breast cancer rehabilitation:
- Pain and/or stiffness in the affected limb and/or neck area
- Loss of mobility in upper limb and/or neck
- Swelling or fullness in upper limb, trunk or side
- Post-surgical adhesions or scar thickening
- Fatigue or weakness in the upper body or overall
- Difficulty returning to work and/or recreational activities due to deconditioning
What type of treatment can you expect?
You will receive your physiotherapy treatment in a private and comfortable environment. Depending on your specific rehab needs, you and your physiotherapist have the option of 20, 40, or 60-minute sessions to address your treatment goals. Your physiotherapist will:
- Prescribe a safe and individualized exercise program to help regain mobility, strength, or endurance.
- Use manual techniques such as stretching, manual lymph drainage, and/or scar massage.
- Provide you education on tools for lifestyle management.
To learn more about physiotherapy treatment for breast cancer, contact Keary Physiotherapy today.