Treatment for breast cancer has many subtle effects on the body. Front chest muscles tighten affecting posture. Chemotherapy can affect heart tissue.
Radiation therapy can cause tightening of tissue and can affect the circulatory system.
A woman, anxious to resume her active lifestyle, can easily overstrain her body if she is not aware of these changes. Avoidable through basic exercises, proper diet, and keeping an eye out for early warning signs. Regional Rehab, the area's leader in outpatient medical rehabilitation, offers a complimentary initial assessment for women diagnosed with breast cancer. The program also addresses many of the common questions and myths surrounding breast cancer. People who undergo even the most minor knee surgery are prescribed rehabilitation.