January is...

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Cervical cancer affects the cervix, the part of the body that connects the uterus to the vagina. Each year in the United States, more than 11,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and approximately 4,000 die of the disease.

Cervical cancer is largely preventable and curable with regular Pap tests and pelvic exams. Knowing exactly what to expect, as well as the important benefits of cervical cancer screening, can help put you more at ease during your appointment with your doctor.

Physical Therapy  

Helps build strength and endurance, regain independence, reduce stress, and maintain the energy you need to participate in activities that are important throughout the cervical cancer treatment.As part of cervical cancer treatment, physical therapists can help design an individualized exercise program that combines range-of-motion training with light resistance exercises to minimize fatigue and optimize physical function.

Physical therapy also supports you after surgery to ensure efficient and safe recovery for ongoing treatment. Our therapists encourage and support you to become mobile as soon as possible after surgery.