Cancer rehabilitation is personalised care designed to help manage the physical and functional effects of cancer and cancer treatment. It can support concerns such as fatigue, weakness, pain, reduced mobility, balance difficulties and deconditioning, helping you maintain or regain independence and quality of life.
Cancer Rehabilitation
At Coast & Rivers Rehab, we provide personalised, evidence-based care for people at any stage of their cancer journey, from diagnosis and active treatment through to recovery, survivorship and palliative care.
Overview
What is cancer rehabilitation?
Cancer rehabilitation is personalised care that’s designed to help manage the physical and functional changes that can occur as a result of cancer or cancer treatment.
At Coast & Rivers Rehab, we support people at any stage, from diagnosis and active treatment through to recovery, survivorship and palliative care.
Cancer rehabilitation may help with:
- Cancer-related fatigue and reduced energy
- Muscle weakness and deconditioning
- Pain and discomfort
- Reduced mobility and flexibility
- Balance difficulties
- Lymphoedema risk
- Returning to work or usual activities
- Maintaining independence with everyday tasks
How it works
How can cancer rehabilitation support you?
Cancer affects everyone differently, which is why rehabilitation should be tailored to what you are experiencing and what you want to achieve.
Your rehabilitation plan may focus on rebuilding strength and endurance, improving balance and mobility, managing fatigue or pain, or helping you continue with everyday activities as independently as possible.
Support can also change as your needs change, whether you’re undergoing treatment, recovering after surgery, returning to work or looking for ways to maintain your function and quality of life longer term.
Our approach
At Coast & Rivers Rehab, we provide evidence-based cancer rehabilitation built around your individual needs, abilities and goals.
Our rehabilitation medicine specialist works closely with your oncologist, surgeon, general practitioner and other members of your healthcare team to ensure your rehabilitation complements your broader cancer treatment and care.
Our aim is to help you maintain or improve your physical function, build confidence and independence, and continue participating in the activities that matter most to you.
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Frequently asked questions
What is cancer rehabilitation and how can it help?
When should I start cancer rehabilitation?
Cancer rehabilitation can be beneficial at any stage of your cancer journey, right from diagnosis, through active treatment, after surgery, throughout recovery and survivorship, or as part of palliative care. Your rehabilitation program can be adapted as your treatment, symptoms and goals change.
What does a cancer rehabilitation program include?
A cancer rehabilitation program is tailored to your individual needs and may include exercises to improve strength, endurance, balance, mobility and flexibility, as well as strategies to manage cancer-related fatigue, pain and changes in physical function. Rehabilitation can also support your return to work, everyday activities and greater independence.
Where can I access cancer rehabilitation in the Northern Rivers?
Coast & Rivers Rehab provides personalised cancer rehabilitation for people across the Northern Rivers region. Care is tailored to your needs and goals and can be coordinated with your oncologist, surgeon, GP and other healthcare providers to complement your broader cancer treatment and recovery.
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