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.

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.

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 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.

Pelvic radiation therapy is a commonly used to treat different cancer types but can cause damage to the pelvic structures. Learn more about common side effects to expect and how to manage them in this blog post.

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.

Complete Decongestive Therapy is the gold standard for lymphedema treatment. This blog post breaks down what lymphedema treatment involves and how to find a Certified Lymphedema Therapist.

Lymphedema is swelling due to an abnormal build up of lymphatic fluid. This blog post dives into what lymphedema is and how it’s treated.

Oncology physical therapy (PT), or cancer rehabilitation, is focused on improving and optimizing physical function before (called prehabilitation), during, and after cancer treatment.