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| Cancer patients need a plan to help them get back to work |
An Assessment Allows Your Rehab Team to Make a Treatment Plan
You will be
assessed by a physiotherapist and/or occupational therapist on your first
visit. Your functional status may also be assessed by a kinesiologist, testing
for your ability to do things such as lifting, walking, squatting etc. From
this information, together with your input, the rehab team will make
recommendations and prepare an individualized treatment plan based on your
needs.
What a Typical Treatment Program Can Involve
Your
treatment sessions will likely vary in length, and your therapist will advise
you of this after the first visit. Often sessions become longer as you are able
to tolerate more exercise/work conditioning. Although treatment varies for each
individual based on their goals, some of the more common type of treatment for
cancer rehab may include:
- Exercise
- Work Conditioning
- Manual Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Lymphedema Management
- Acupuncture
- Education & Coping Strategies
- Techniques to Reduce Dizziness or Vertigo
- Pelvic Floor Treatment
What You Should Bring to Your First Appointment
We recommend
that you dress in comfortable clothing that you can easily move around in, and
bring running shoes and a water bottle if possible. Since some clients feel
more comfortable using their own mats, so you can also bring your own “yoga”
mat if desired.
Principles of the Cancer Rehabilitation Program
Client-centered,
active rehabilitation and empowerment are the guiding principles of the program
that is now offered at 24
LifeMark/Centric Health clinics.
Client Centered – individualized,
evidence based care provided in your community
Active – increasing your physical
activity will have the biggest impact on your recovery
Rehabilitation – includes a
multi-disciplinary team of rehab professionals
Empowerment – providing you with the
tools you need to regain control of your life
Contact us
for more information at judy.boivin@lifemark.cajudy.boivin@lifemark.ca.
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