“Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin."
Mother Theresa
Lynart Lymph and Physio
Specialising in Breast Cancer care and Lymphoedema Management
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Why use a physiotherapist after a cancer diagnosis
Physios with special post-graduate training can help you through your journey. Side effects from cancer treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy can include:
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Fatigue
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Weakness, mobility, and balance issues
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Loss of range of movement, cording and scar tissue
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Aches and pains in joints and muscles/abnormal sensations
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No motivation to exercise
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Poor body image
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Poor sleep
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Difficulty breathing normally
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Swelling that may be a precursor to developing lymphoedema
Seek an assessment by a lymphoedema physiotherapist early!
Ideally, a first appointment would be soon after diagnosis to take baseline measures before surgery and other cancer treatment like chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
CONTACT
If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please don't hesitate to contact me. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Locations: Kumeu and Massey
Lynda Atkinson