Your lymphatic system is a major defense system for your body. It helps to maintain optimal fluid levels by absorbing excess fluid from the skin and
3 Ways Physical Therapy Can Help After Breast Cancer Surgery
Surgery is one of the most common forms of treatment in the event of a breast cancer diagnosis. And while surgery can help to remove cancerous tissue
Avoid Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment with Rehab
More than 3 million men and women in the United States are living with a history of Breast Cancer. Cancer treatment, although often effective, can
Exercise to Beat Breast Cancer Fatigue!
Many breast cancer patients already know that they should be exercising as part of their recovery, but many find themselves too tired to even think
Can Exercise after Breast Cancer Diagnosis Help Survival?
In a study of almost 3000 women with Stage 1 to Stage 3 breast cancer, researchers found that women who exercised after being diagnosed with breast
Why Does My Shoulder Hurt?
One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Early identification and treatment of breast cancer have significantly
How to Reduce your Risk of Lymphedema After Breast Cancer
Lymphedema is a swelling that can happen in the hand, arm, chest, or breast after removal of lymph nodes for breast cancer. When I started practicing
How to Deal with Lymphedema after Breast Cancer
One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and the removal of lymph nodes (lymph node biopsy or dissection) is a necessary procedure to help
Physical Therapy During Breast Cancer Radiation Therapy
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
