Pilates for breast cancer survivors
Subtitle: a guide to recovery, healing, and wellness
By: Naomi Aaronson, Ann Marie Turo
Contributors: Turo, Ann Marie, author
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 227
ISBN-13: 9781936303571
Subjects: Hatha yoga; Pilates method; Breast; Cancer; Therapeutic use; Exercise therapy
Description: "No matter where you are in treatment, what side effects you may be experiencing, or your general fitness level, Pilates is a safe and effective way to help you regain flexibility, power, and endurance while relieving treatment side effects such as lymphedema, fatigue, depression, peripheral neuropathy, osteoporosis, and upper extremity impairment. Naomi Aaronson and Anne Marie Turo, occupational therapists and certified Pilates instructors, show you how to use exercises to:  Strengthen arms and shoulders and regain your range of motion; Reduce pain and swelling and stretch tight areas affected by scars; Build core strength and back stability, especially important after TRAM or DIEP flap breast reconstruction surgery; Improve balance and coordination; Make it easier to perform basic daily living tasks. Release stress and boost energy"--Back cover.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 211-214) and index.