Cancer Survivorship and Exercise—A Perfect Match

Cancer Survivorship and Exercise—A Perfect Match

The doctor interrogates the woman. A woman undergoes rehabilitation after cancer treatment.
Fewer than 21% of cancer survivor patients are prescribed exercise. When exercise is prescribed, comprehensive guidelines are often not provided. Cancer survivorship should be about strength and fitness, decreasing the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation, and prevention of recurrence. Survivorship issues during and after treatment can be addressed including decreased muscle strength, fatigue, and ... Read more

Combating a Frozen Shoulder

Friendly physical therapist holding senior patient while she stretches her shoulder
Numerous patients come through our clinic reporting the inability to move their shoulder through the full motion due to pain and stiffness.  The typical patient comes in stating they are unable to reach the seat belt, reach behind their back, and have difficulty reaching into cabinets. These are classic signs of a frozen shoulder. The ... Read more