Pre and Post Gynecologic Cancer Care

Have you been diagnosed with cancer or recently undergone treatments that are affecting your pelvic floor functioning? Our physical therapists at GoodLife Physical Therapy in Orland Park, Homer Glen or Evergreen Park, IL specialize in women’s health and treating pelvic floor dysfunction.

Gynecologic cancer, including cervical, ovarian, and endometrial cancers, can significantly impact a woman’s physical and emotional well-being. Fortunately, our Orland Park, Homer Glen and Evergreen Park, IL physical therapists are highly experienced in providing pre- and post-cancer care treatment.

Call today to request an appointment and learn more about our treatments for women with these gynecologic cancers.

How physical therapy treatments can help women prepare for and recover from cancer treatments

Pre-treatment physical therapy can help prepare the body for the physical demands of cancer treatments, including radiation therapy and surgery. This can include exercises to improve strength and flexibility and education on common side effects, which helps to demystify the process.

Post-treatment physical therapy can help address the physical side effects of cancer treatment, such as fatigue, pain, and limited mobility. And also include targeted exercises to improve strength, function, and overall quality of life.

In addition, in some cases, cancer treatments lead to pelvic floor dysfunction, which can be treated with physical therapy treatments, including manual therapy techniques to address tissue restrictions and pain.

The most common physical treatments for women with pelvic floor disorders related to gynecologic cancer treatments include:

Pelvic floor muscle exercises

These exercises can help to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor, which can improve bladder and bowel control, sexual function, and overall quality of life.

Electrical stimulation

This can include using electrical currents to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles, which can help improve muscle strength and control.

Manual therapy

This can include techniques such as massage and manipulation of the muscles and soft tissues of the pelvic area to improve mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall function.

Biofeedback

This technique can help to improve awareness of the muscles of the pelvic floor, which can assist in identifying and correcting muscle imbalances.

Physical therapy can improve physical function and quality of life for women with gynecologic cancer.

Request an appointment at GoodLife Physical Therapy in Orland Park, Homer Glen or Evergreen Park, IL today!

If you or a loved one was diagnosed with gynecologic cancer, our GoodLife Physical Therapy team can help before and after any treatments you may need!

Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our specialists!