Pelvic health is already showing up in oncology rehabilitation — but most clinicians were never taught how to integrate it safely and within scope. This post outlines a step-by-step clinical framework to help oncology rehab professionals screen, intervene, and refer with confidence.

Lymphedema after breast cancer treatment is a common condition, especially after lymph node removal or radiation. In fact, nearly 1 in 5 breast cancer survivors may develop it. But there’s good news: new research offers updated, effective ways to reduce your risk. In this blog post, common lymphedema myths are debunked and you’ll learn science-backed strategies to help you prevent breast cancer-related lymphedema and feel more confident in your recovery.

Axillary web syndrome, or cording, is a condition that many breast cancer survivors experience after surgery. Although it’s more commonly seen in breast cancer survivors, any cancer survivor who has lymph nodes removed from their axilla (armpit) can potentially develop cording. Keep reading to learn what cording is, how you can check if you have it, and how to treat it.

Breast lymphedema, a potential side effect of breast cancer treatment, can be challenging to navigate. However, with appropriate management strategies, you can successfully reduce and manage the swelling and discomfort associated with lymphedema. Learn how to best treat breast lymphedema in this blog post.

Cancer survivors are more likely to experience a higher frequency of pelvic health conditions and more bothersome symptoms than those without a cancer history. Unfortunately, these symptoms are not routinely being addressed. This is why OncoPelvic PT created the continuing education course, Pelvic Health Foundations for the Oncology Rehab Provider.

Head and neck cancer (HNC) lymphedema is a common side effect of cancer treatment, affecting most people who undergo radiation therapy or surgery for head and neck cancers. This blog post will cover essential tips for managing HNC lymphedema that you can start doing today.

This blog post will discuss why exercise is so important for colorectal cancer survivors even before treatment starts, as well as exercise guidelines and the role of cancer rehab providers.

Breast cancer brings a lot of changes to your life, including your sex life. If you’re struggling with changes to your sexual health after breast cancer treatment, read this blog post to learn more about what you can do for it.

If you’re a cancer survivor at risk for lymphedema, then it’s essential to be aware of the symptoms and how to reduce your risk of developing it. Learn what you can do in this blog post.

If you have lymphedema, read about why weight training is good and how to do it safely.

It may seem counterintuitive to see someone before you have problems, but seeing a physical therapist who specializes in cancer rehabilitation before your cancer treatment starts is important to minimize treatment side effects. This blog post goes into how a physical therapist can help you.

If you’re a cancer survivor and you’re constantly tired, you may be experiencing cancer-related fatigue. This blog post explains how to best manage your fatigue.

Learn how specially trained physical therapists can help you manage your symptoms from breast cancer treatment in this blog post.

The side effects from treatment for gynecologic cancers can negatively impact your sex life. Read this blog post to learn how working with pelvic health physical therapists can help you return to more comfortable sex.

Prostatectomy for treatment of prostate cancer can cause urinary leakage and erectile dysfunction. This blog post dives into how pelvic health physical therapy can help you improve these symptoms.

When you’re in PT, you want to make the most of your time to optimize healing and recovery. So how can you make the most of your visits?