Survivorship
Trying Out A(nother) Breast Form after a Mastectomy
February 7th 2019I am the first to admit that I have a love-hate relationship with breast forms post-mastectomy. Every now and then, I do put one on. It comforts me to know that there are multiple options (especially for women who wear them regularly).
Why Are Survivorship Care Plans Not Being Received?
May 12th 2018The transition into survivorship is no easy feat. Emotions are mixed, long-term and late side effects may kick in and follow-up care appointments start. But are survivors getting the best possible care after cancer treatment? That’s still up for debate.
Web-Based Intervention Helps Childhood Cancer Survivors With Physical Activity
February 16th 2018Adolescent cancer survivors can improve fitness, cognition and quality of life through increased physical activity, according to study findings presented ahead of the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s (ASCO) Cancer Survivorship Symposium.
Physical Therapy Helps Women Recover Arm Mobility After Lymph Node Surgery
February 13th 2018“Our take home message here is that all women receiving lymph node dissection, whether it is axillary or sentinel, should receive physical therapy to regain range of motion more quickly after surgery, and thus, help maintain physical functioning,” said Electra D. Paskett, Ph.D., MO.
Journaling About Cancer: A Positive Practice
February 7th 2018Keeping a journal during cancer treatment is great for perspective. While it can give you insights into symptoms as well as a record of treatments and reactions, it can also give you documented proof of how strong you can be, even years later.