Many women with breast cancer receive radiation therapy as part of their breast cancer treatment. The goal of radiation therapy is to get rid of any
Physical Therapy can Help Improve Range-of-Motion After Lymph Node Surgery
A recent study presented during the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s 2018 Cancer Survivorship Symposium found that physical therapy can greatly
Axillary Web Syndrome / Cording
Many women complain that they have decreased flexibility in their arm after breast cancer surgery. In fact, a new study reveals that approximately 40%
Treating Post-Mastectomy Pain Syndrome (PMPS)
I have had many people cry in my office - and am happy to say that they are most often tears of relief. Patients present to me weekly if not daily
How Exercise & Physical Therapy Can Help Breast Cancer Patients
Regular exercise is an important factor in anyone’s overall health and well-being – that includes patients suffering from or recovering from breast
Lymphedema – The Importance of Early Intervention
The sciences of breast cancer care and breast cancer rehabilitation are changing. Lymphedema, a swelling that can occur after the removal of, or
Breast Cancer Death Rate Down Roughly 40%
A recent study published by the American Cancer Society found that breast cancer mortality rates dropped by roughly 40% from 1989 to 2015. In this
I Can Get Lymphedema Where?
Many people are aware that after removal of lymph nodes during breast cancer surgery patients are at risk for lymphedema in their affected arm. But
The Lack of Lymphedema Education
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With many patients recovering from breast cancer lymphedema is often a major concern. However, there is a