Introduction Massage therapy is the scientific, systematic, manual, or mechanical manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for the purpose of normalizing those tissues. It employs manual techniques that…
Introduction A significant proportion of reproductive-aged women are affected by a breast or gynecologic cancer diagnosis in the United States. In 2019 there will be an estimated 268,600 new cases…
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines palliative care as “an approach that improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing the problems associated with life-threatening illness, through…
Introduction As the number of oncology patients grows in the United States, rehabilitation professionals are asked to be involved in the care at various points before, during, and after treatment….
Introduction This chapter will introduce the clinician to the role of pelvic floor therapy for rehabilitation of gynecological (GYN) cancer survivors. This population is unlike others with pelvic floor dysfunction…
Introduction Lymphedema is a common impairment and side effect of cancer treatment and is a significant survivorship issue reported by women after both breast and gynecologic cancers. Advances in early…
Introduction In its simplest form a peripheral nervous system injury is described as a lesion or damage to one or more of the nerves located outside of the brain and…
Introduction Pertinent Definitions and Terms Individuals living with cancer often experience a multitude of adverse effects that can negatively impact quality of life. One of the most prevalent and disabling…
General Overview of Radiation Therapy Ionizing radiation has been used for decades to kill cancer cells. The field of radiation oncology was once known as therapeutic radiology. Megavoltage X-rays are…
Introduction Gynecologic oncology was defined as a subspecialty of obstetrics and gynecology in 1969. Gynecologic oncologists undergo fellowship training after residency to gain additional surgical expertise, including gastrointestinal, urologic, and…
