Dec 6th program
Laura ( Italian) with English translator
Laura Mutti
Post breast cancer physical care - Mantova, Italy.
Learning objectives for this presentation:
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Hear how a physiotherapist provides a continuous service from pre-admission to outpatient in a public (free) hospital system.
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Three (3) physical areas of concern for the physiotherapist in the early recovery after breast surgery.
This presentation is in Italian with an English translator.
You will see flashes of Stella Maris Glowinsky getting ready for her presentation- my apologies, Stella photobombed our meeting.
Italiano
Dr David Wilkinson
Foods which are effective against cancer
What you will see in this presentation:
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Be acquainted with examples of evidence which support the use of food to reduce cancer risk
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Understand some of the biology and chemistry involved in anticancer nutrition
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Learn about three common foods which work against cancer, and how to optimize their effects
Delva Shamley
Implementing a surveillance program to manage upper body impairments after breast cancer
Learning objectives for this presentation:
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Understand the potential for toxicity on whole body systems.
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See negative changes at the shoulder girdle - which happens for many survivors.
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Learn how a surveillance model can be implemented within a hospital system.
Carol Michaels
Exercise and fitness programs: A New Jersey post- breast cancer perspective (USA)
Learning objectives for this presentation:
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Learn how to motivate people to commence exercise when cancer related fatigue is limiting their activity.
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Understand the progression required before strength exercises commence.
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Hear how to develop funded exercise projects.
Eeris Kallil
Relaxation, visualization and affirmation techniques
Learning objectives for this presentation:
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How to connect people when the client is "stuck" in anxious thinking and feeling.
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A guided practice for the practitioner to be present for the client.
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5 steps for a guided visualization practice.
Lorna Golombick
Physical Therapy: Reduce pain and increase shoulder movement
What you will see in this presentation:
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How does Scenar work on tissue signalling.
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Case examples of positive changes in range of motion and pain with Scenar used in treatment session.
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Lorna's best tips for fun home program exercises of the shoulder and chest wall.