Enhance Communication within the Multidisciplinary Team As a vital member of the Cancer Rehabilitation Care Team, it’s crucial to educate both patients and other healthcare professionals, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and nurse practitioners. As a therapist, promoting your expertise and reaching out to referral sources to inform them about Read more
Is Cancer Related Fatigue a Real Problem? Cancer-related fatigue is a common and debilitating symptom experienced by cancer patients, affecting individuals daily life and treatment. Unlike typical tiredness, CRF is persistent, overwhelming, and not relieved by rest or sleep. It can significantly impact daily functioning, making routine activities like working, Read more
Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy often experience a range of side effects, including fatigue, neuropathy, and changes in cognitive function, which collectively contribute to an increased risk of falls. These side effects can impair balance and coordination, making it essential for healthcare providers to assess falls risk in this vulnerable population. Read more
This week’s series focuses on Cancer Rehab Continuing Education Course material specifically microvascular breast reconstruction. The course Maximizing Post-Surgical Outcomes in Cancer Rehabilitation presents several reconstructive surgical procedures for cancer patients. Today’s topic is reconstruction surgery. When Does Reconstruction Begin? Usually, reconstruction starts at the time of a mastectomy; you Read more
In this week’s series on Cancer Rehab Continuing Education Course material, we focus on Lymphedema. In the course Maximizing Post-Surgical Outcomes in Cancer Rehabilitation, Dr. Stanwix discusses how different surgical procedures can minimize lymphedema following a mastectomy. “It is thought that patients should be informed about the development of lymphedema after Read more