October is...

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, aside from skin cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 192,370 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed among women in the United States this year. Today there are about 2.5 million breast cancer survivors living in the U.S.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is beneficial to the cancer patient before and after surgery. An initial evaluation determines baseline shoulder function, circumferential limb measures, posture and flexibility, and fitness/activity level. The physical therapist monitors participation in a supervised and progressive exercise program, allowing the woman to take an active role in her physical recovery. A therapist's goal is to accelerate healing and improve functional use of the arm and return to function in every aspect of life.