Physioclem provides rehabilitation care following oncological surgery, including post-operative rehabilitation for breast cancer, and prescribes exercise programs for patients with these clinical conditions.
In an initial phase, a thorough assessment is carried out and an individualized treatment plan is established. This plan is continuously updated according to the patient’s clinical status and any limitations resulting from treatments or medication.
MOST COMMON ISSUES
- Reduced joint range of motion
- Decreased muscle strength
- Emotional changes
- Postural alterations
- Sensory changes
- Development of lymphedema
- Chest wall adhesions
- Pain
recommendation: engage in physical exercise
Clinical research has shown that exercise is a safe and effective intervention to counteract many of the physical and psychological adverse effects of cancer and its treatment. It helps patients better tolerate aggressive treatments, minimize physical decline (aerobic capacity, muscle strength, and functional ability), reduce cancer-related fatigue, relieve mental stress, support mood and sleep regulation, and improve overall quality of life.
Patients who engage in regular physical activity experience fewer treatment-related side effects and also have a lower risk of cancer recurrence and cancer-related mortality.
Epidemiological studies—particularly focused on breast, colon, and prostate cancer—suggest that physical activity has a protective effect against cancer recurrence and disease-specific mortality. Long-term studies also indicate that individuals who exercise regularly are less likely to develop these cancers compared to those who are inactive, with risk reductions estimated to be as high as 60%.
