WHY ONE PHYSIO APPOINTMENT IS ESSENTIAL AFTER A BREAST CANCER DIAGNOSIS
Physiotherapy is able to make a significant difference to people's quality of life to help combat the side effects of Breast Cancer Treatment. Unfortunately, Physiotherapy or Physical Therapy, is still not a standard part of the referral pathway.
In this video I outline why I believe it is essential to get to at least one Physiotherapy session within the first 2-4 weeks following diagnosis.
When people do not access Physiotherapy early enough during Breast Cancer Treatment, they can be left unaware of side effects that can be treated. I outline my Top 4 reasons people should make one Physiotherapy appointment following a Breast Cancer Diagnosis:
1. Shoulder Range of Motion
2. Resolving Pains
3. Lymphoedema Prevention
4. Exercise Education
The 4 points listed are specific to Physiotherapy. And you don't know what you don't know. If you never get referred, any of the above topics may become a chronic issue. It's time that Physiotherapy becomes standard as part of early Breast Cancer Care.