Breast surgeons may use a incision at the side of the breast - as it will be less obvious and look better. Knowing how this scar may impact on your body in the long term is important for people who want to maximize shoulder and arm recovery and reduce pain experience.
As a private Occupational Therapist, I have spent the last 30 years helping people after breast cancer experiencing reduced arm mobility and pain in shoulder/s, neck and trunk.
Early intervention and prevention are beneficial strategies in physical recovery after breast cancer.
I like this combination:
personalized exercise
personalized massage
personalized stretches
eat right for your body
Referral to health practitioners skilled in post breast cancer scar & shoulders is not a standard practice in many breast cancer clinics.
This means survivors need to take a more active role in seeking the care they need to recovery better.
See more at the video.
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Author: Denise Stewart 30.1.2019
Director, Breast and Shoulder Rehab, https://www.breastandshoulder-rehab.com
Founder, GOLD programs4health, https://goldprograms4health.com/
Founder, Breast Cancer Rehabilitation & Wellness ONLINE Summit https://www.breastcancer-rehabandwellness.com/
Registered Occupational Therapist B.Occ Thy (Qld)
Email: breastandshoulderehab@gmail.com