What Are Common Physical Therapy Techniques Used for Cancer Patients?
Physical therapists utilize various techniques tailored to each patient's needs. Common approaches include:
Exercise therapy: Customized exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance. Manual therapy: Hands-on techniques to reduce pain and improve mobility. Lymphedema management: Techniques and exercises to manage swelling, especially after lymph node removal. Pain management: Use of modalities like heat, cold, and electrical stimulation to alleviate pain.
