Breast cancer and lymphoedema
Lymphoedema, Breast Cancer and SOZO Body Composition Scanning After treatment for breast cancer (or melanoma and some other cancers) you may be a risk of developing lymphoedema. This is due to removal of or damage to lymph nodes as part of the treatment you receive. Lymph nodes are important drainage and immune nodes located in […]
Prescribe exercise for cancer treatment!
Based on the growing body of compelling research and evidence, exercise should be part of a cancer treatment plan. A recent statement from COSA recommends 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise (walking, swimming) and 2-3 sessions of resistance exercise (weights, pilates) per week for cancer patients. Evidence shows that exercise is safe during cancer treatment […]
Respiratory and Oncology Physiotherapy
We are pleased to welcome Megan Howard, Respiratory and Oncology Physiotherapist, to the TRP team! What is respiratory physiotherapy? Respiratory physiotherapy is a field of physiotherapy that specialises in the assessment and treatment of diseases in the heart and lungs that can affect the process of breathing, as well as reduce exercise tolerance and quality […]