PREVIEWS
Breast Cancer Rehabilitation & Wellness Summit 2017


Naomi Aaronson
Pilates adapted for breast cancer survivors
1. Know the key principles of Pilates ( breath and posture).
2. Practice Pilates in a seated position - do it any where - right!
3. See Naomi's guide to when the Pilates exercises can be performed
Laura Mutti
Physical Therapy after breast cancer in Mantova, Italy
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What are the symptoms of lymphedema
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What are the symptoms of cording and scar problems.
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Physical therapist has extra training to be able to help.
Italian presentation : Use CC and English PDF available at full program

Claire Davies
Treatment for tight breast cancer scar
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The words people use to describe problematic scar tissue
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The importance of treating mastectomy chest sensitivity
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ASTYM treatment of scar tissue explained
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Body image and personal space changes can be treated

Linda Conyard
Counselling: Find the right support after cancer
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What conversations can be had with a counselor.
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How to find a counselor to suit you.
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Have the death and dying conversation early.

Lorna Golombic
Insight from physio therapist and use of newer electrical stimulation devices
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When is the best time to see your physio/therapist.
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How the new tens devices help with problematic scar tissue and pain.

Janet Schloss
Nerve changes secondary to chemotherapy
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The research behind the medicines
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The research behind the nutraceuticals
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Vit B 12 can be evaluated early and early treatment is recommended.

Lou James
11 essential steps to recovery
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Progressing from rehab and wellness
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See new exercise programs developed to gradually increase strength and achieve personal goals.
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Listen to Lou's best tips for recovery and success in fitness goals.

Paula Holland De Long
What is next after cancer treatment ends?
Normal is not normal anymore (part 1)
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Work through some great challenges by Paula through visualization and journaling
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Feeling "not normal" is a stage, what are the normal changes
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Find the things that matter the most to you for the next part of life

Dr Judith Nudleman
Lymphedema: When and how to find a therapist
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Work through the challenges of knowing how lymphedema presents and how to take action.
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This is an American experience however reflects common issues.
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An introduction to LE&RN, an information resource and subscribe on Youtube.
This information briefly expands to lympho/e/dema from causes other than breast cancer.