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4-Phased Program
- Prehab – pre-op eval and treat
- Baseline Testing of ROM, Strength, Sensation, Functional Level (TUG, Berg Balance Scale), Cardiovascular Endurance (3-min or 6-min walk test, YMCA Step Test), Limb Girth Measurements, Posture Screening
- Educate regarding post-surgical Mobility Guidelines, Lymphedema Precautions, Lifting Precautions, Home Exercise Program, General Conditioning Guidelines, Nutrition Guidelines
- Prevention – combined ASTYM/MLD treatment (prophyllactically) (optional on the day before surgery)
- Rehab—Debilitation risk reduction throughout the first year of treatment
- Post-op Testing of ROM, Strength, Sensation, Functional Level (TUG, Berg Balance Scale), Cardiovascular Endurance (3-min or 6-min walk test), Posture Screening, Incision Inspection, Pain Scale, Fatigue Scale, Depression Scale
- Review post-surgical Mobility Guidelines, Lymphedema Precautions, Lifting Precautions, Home Exercise Program, General Conditioning Guidelines (tHR), Nutrition Guidelines
- Treatment to include progressive ROM, strength, and cardiovascular endurance; posture and movement awareness training; augmented soft tissue mobilization (ASTYM) to address any soft tissue restrictions; pain modalities as needed; MLD/CDT for lymphedema management; progressive return-to-function.
- Transition from Rehab to Aftercare – 4 visits with personal trainer
- Aftercare—Development of individualized aftercare programs emphasizing ongoing disease management and wellness 1-5 years after diagnosis; re-integration into community fitness programs; follow-up visits with physical therapist in conjunction with oncologist check-up visits
- Survivor Care— Some physical aftereffects of cancer treatment may not happen until years after treatment ends. A progressive and ongoing physical rehabilitation plan can enhance the quality of your life at any time during your survivorship.
Cancer Care
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