Oncology Rehabilitation
Oncology Rehabilitation provides specialized physiotherapy support for individuals undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment. Radiation, surgery, chemotherapy, and long-term medication can affect strength, mobility, endurance, and overall quality of life. Rehabilitation helps patients manage side effects, regain physical function, and return to normal activities safely and confidently.
Who Can Benefit
- Patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation
- Post-cancer surgery (breast, head and neck, abdomen, pelvic, etc.)
- Individuals with cancer-related fatigue
- Lymphedema (swelling of arms or legs)
- Neuropathy, muscle weakness, or joint pain
- Difficulty with walking, balance, and daily activities
Goals of Oncology Rehab
- Reduce pain, swelling, and fatigue
- Restore strength, flexibility, and mobility
- Improve endurance and daily activity tolerance
- Support emotional wellbeing and confidence
- Prevent long-term physical complications
- Enhance quality of life during and after treatment
Treatment Methods
- Strengthening and joint mobility exercises
- Balance and gait training
- Manual therapy for stiffness and scar tissue
- Lymphedema management (manual drainage, compression guidance)
- Breathing and relaxation techniques
- Posture correction and movement retraining
- Education for home care, energy conservation, and lifestyle changes
Benefits of Oncology Rehabilitation
- Increased strength and physical independence
- Better management of pain, fatigue, and swelling
- Improved walking, balance, and confidence
- Reduced side effects of cancer treatment
- Enhanced quality of life throughout the recovery journey
Oncology Rehabilitation empowers individuals to stay active, strong, and supported at every stage of cancer care.