If you are currently recovering from oncology treatment and trying to build your strength and endurance levels back up, you know that doing so can be difficult on your body.
Many patients require some help to get on the right track towards a smooth recovery because their bodies are so weak after cancer treatment.
Partners in Physical Therapy in Lake Charles offers therapeutic methods for helping our patients to regain strength and endurance after receiving chemotherapy and radiation. Your healing and progress is important to us, and we want to help in any way we can. Call our clinic today to schedule an appointment, and let us guide you on your journey towards rebuilding your strength.
How PT and OT can improve strength
Weakness can be a side effect of cancer treatment (low blood count is a common reason) but it can also come from simply not having energy or feeling well. Treatment for cancer can zap a person of their stamina and endurance levels, and often causes increased levels of fatigue and exhaustion.
Dealing with fatigue and weakness can slow a person down, make it difficult for them to remain focused, cause them to feel weighed down and heavy, negatively affect their quality of sleep, and also result in irritability and frustration.
The good news is that both weakness and fatigue can be successfully treated with physical and occupational therapy at Partners in Physical Therapy.
Physical therapists are trained experts in body movement and function. They can show you how to do specific exercises that will help you to regain strength and move better after treatment.
By showing you how to exercise while preserving as much energy as possible, your therapist can help you to build up your endurance levels and manage your symptoms.
Occupational therapists in Lake Charles can help you to modify everyday activities and movements so that you can conserve your energy and concentrate on getting stronger without overexerting yourself.
For example, adaptations can be temporarily made in your home, such as moving things on high shelves in the kitchen down to eye level so that you don’t tire yourself out repeatedly reaching for them.
What to expect from treatment
When you arrive for your initial appointment, one of our skilled therapists will conduct a comprehensive exam to determine the best course of treatment for your needs.
From there, an individualized treatment plan will be designed especially for you, with the goal to restore as much strength as possible and to make it easier for you to move safely and comfortably.
Your therapist will work with you on a daily basis, incorporating massage techniques, manual therapy techniques, exercises, stretches, and more. As you progress in treatment, expect your program to change, but know that your therapist will never push you past your limit!
Contact Partners in Physical Therapy for an appointment
Dealing with weakened muscles after cancer treatment can be difficult, but it is not impossible. No matter what type of cancer you are battling, or where you are in your treatment, Partners in Physical Therapy in Lake Charles can provide the support you need.
Call us today to schedule an appointment. Our therapists are trained experts in movement and can address areas of weakness you’re experiencing as a result of cancer treatment.
