Breast Cancer

Oncology Rehabilitation for Breast Cancer

Oncology rehabilitation includes a wide range of therapies designed to help you build strength and endurance, regain independence, reduce stress and maintain the energy to participate in daily activities. Breast cancer and its treatment may affect your physical functioning and energy. For instance, many breast cancer treatments decrease estrogen in the body, which may decrease bone density. Exercise may be used to promote bone density and help lower the risk of breast cancer recurrence. Exercise may also help you manage treatment-related fatigue, especially during radiation treatments.