Cancer treatment and surgery can make you tired, both physically and mentally. Rehabilitation can improve your quality of life and help you stay independent. Research shows that physical activity has many benefits for cancer survivors. It reduces side effects of cancer treatment or surgery. It also can help you better tolerate treatment and continue with daily activities. Regular exercise reduces fatigue and enhances mood. It also improves sleep, decreases anxiety and strengthens your immune system.
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Our Cancer Rehabilitation Program helps you safely increase your activity, so you can enjoy all of your activities of daily life again. Our therapists will evaluate your needs and goals, while working with you and your physician to develop a personalized treatment plan.
Conditions We Treat
Our rehabilitation team treats all aspects of cancer and chemotherapy side effects including weakness, fatigue, cognitive issues, pain, nerve discomfort, and swelling of tissues (edema).
Diagnosis and Treatment
Physical therapy can help you:
Increase strength and endurance
Improve range of motion, balance and flexibility
Decrease pain
Reduce nerve discomfort
Occupational therapy can help you:
Improve attention, organization and problem-solving
Learn ways to conserve your energy
Determine adaptive equipment needs to help preserve independence