October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Are you a survivor or know someone? Pilates for the Breast Cancer Survivor: A Guide to Recovery, Healing and Wellness is a great resource for exercises that can be done; supine, seated and standing. Also included in the book are Wellness Tips. Remember always check with your Physician prior to starting an exercise program. Books are available thru Amazon and Springer Publisher. https://www.springerpub.com/pilates-for-breast-cancer-survi… #pilates#breastcancerawareness #lymphedema #wellnesswarriors #neuropathy#chemobrain #occupationaltherapy #holisticoccupationaltherapy#physicaltherapy #aota #cancerrelatedfatigue #peripheralneuropathy

Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy- CIPN

CIPN- (Chemotherapy - induced peripheral neuropathy) is related to some chemotherapy drugs. One may experience sensory symptoms; numbness and tingling, pain, impaired proprioception and motor symptoms; weakness, unsteady balance and difficulty performing some of your activities of daily living. Occupational Therapists can address these symptoms and make recommendations :

1. Signs and Symptoms

2. Fall Prevention

3. Compensation Strategies- may include assistive devices

4. Safety Education

5. Exercise and Strengthening

6. Energy Conservation & Pacing

For more information on how to manage these symptoms- check out
“ Pilates for the Breast Cancer Survivor; A Guide to Recovery Healing & Wellness”. The book covers a 3 phase program back to regaining strength, range of motion Wellness Tips and much more. Order your book today thru Amazon.or Springer Publisher