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10/18/2026

10/17/2026

Just in case you needed another reason to carbo-load today, it’s National Pasta Day!

10/16/2026

Chemotherapy and certain cancers can lower your platelet count (thrombocytopenia), which raises bleeding risks and can delay your scheduled medical treatments.

What you need to know about your platelet count and physical therapy?

10/15/2026

Cording, also known as Axillary Web Syndrome (Cording), is a common and treatable side effect following breast cancer surgery that causes painful, rope-like bands of tissue to form under the skin.

Appearance: Visible or palpable tight, string-like cords running from the armpit down the inner arm, sometimes reaching the elbow, wrist, or hand, and occasionally extending to the chest wall or ribs.

Timing: Usually develops 2 to 8 weeks after surgery (such as a sentinel lymph node biopsy or axillary lymph node dissection), though it can appear days or even months later.

Cause: Believed to result from localized inflammation, scarring, and connective tissue or lymphatic vessel trauma following surgery or radiation.

Treatment:
Physical Therapy: Guided stretching, myofascial release, and specialized massage therapy help break down the tight tissue.

Gentle Movement: Regular, controlled arm stretches and movements prevent the shoulder from freezing and restore mobility.

Comfort Measures: Warm, moist heat packs and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help manage discomfort during recovery. Most cases resolve within a few months with proper care.

10/14/2026

What is involved in using physical therapy as rehabilitation for cancer patients?
The goal of physical therapy oncology program is to improve the quality of life of those affected by cancer — either those just diagnosed, in the middle of cancer treatments, or years after their treatments — physical therapy can improve patient’s movement, pain and overall health.

Cancer can cause a host of different physical side-effects and our job is to help lessen or ameliorate those side-effects to help patients engage in activities that are meaningful to them.

We help with a myriad of side-effects such as:
Joint pain
Fatigue
Neuropathy
Balance/falls
Changes in walking
Weakness
A physical therapist's goal is to help patients who have been impacted by cancer by optimizing their quality of life and helping them maintain independence through exercise, education and support.

What could a cancer patient expect in physical therapy rehab?
A fun and collaborate partnership with a skilled, cancer specific physical therapist whose job is to help keep you moving through cancer or help you recover from cancer treatments.

Physical therapists are skilled at working with patients undergoing active treatments and we know how to tailor exercise to each person based on their cancer journey. We use exercise, education and even some dry needling to help manage and potentially prevent cancer related side-effects

Why should cancer patients consider physical therapy as part of their rehabilitation?
Exercising before, during and after your cancer treatments can help you reduce fatigue, gain strength, improve pain and even ease depression in patients with cancer. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends all patients who have cancer to exercise as it can help you get through treatments as well as decreasing side-effects of those treatments.

Exercise is so effective that it can even help decrease the risk of recurrence of some cancers.

10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day is observed every year on October 10 to spread awareness about mental health and promote better care for overall well-being. Mental health issues can be mild or severe and can affect people of all ages and backgrounds.

10/08/2026

The Connection Between Physical Therapy and Mental Health
Mental health is crucial for overall well-being as it profoundly influences how we think, feel, and behave in our daily lives. Mental health is essential for emotional resilience, cognitive abilities, and interpersonal relationships. Neglecting mental health can lead to various difficulties, including increased stress, impaired decision-making, and strained relationships. High stress can lead to physical impairments such as headaches or migraines.

How Physical Therapy Helps?
Stress Reduction
By engaging in these therapeutic techniques, you actively lower stress levels, providing respite for your mind amidst life’s daily hustle. Through guided sessions, you learn invaluable tools to cultivate inner peace, fostering mental clarity and emotional equilibrium.

Endorphins
Your Natural Mood Lifters: Ever experienced that post-workout euphoria? That’s the magic of endorphins at play. Physical therapy treatments ignite this biochemical cascade, flooding your system with natural mood elevators. As endorphins surge, they usher in a wave of positivity, brightening your outlook and enhancing your overall mental well-being.

A Confidence Boost
Imagine feeling stronger, more agile, and in tune with your body. That’s the transformative power of physical therapy. As you commit to your personalized treatment plan, you embark on a journey of physical empowerment and self-care. With each milestone achieved and every physical limitation overcome, your self-esteem blossoms.

Targeted Relief for Physical Limitations
Physical pain and limitations can cast a shadow over your mental landscape, hindering your ability to thrive. As physical barriers dissolve, so too do the mental burdens they carry.

Cultivating Healthy Lifestyle Habits Through Physical Therapy
They say consistency is the key to success, and the same holds for mental well-being. Embrace physical therapy not as a temporary fix, but as a lifelong companion on your journey to sustained mental wellness.