Laura Lummer
Laura Lummer
#420 Breast Cancer and Physical Therapy - What You Need to Know
#420 Breast Cancer and Physical Therapy - What You Need to Know
#420 Breast Cancer and Physical Therapy - What You Need to Know
Friday 18th July 2025
Discover how physical therapy transformed Cheri's battle with breast cancer, offering hope and empowerment through rehabilitation and mindset shifts.
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Episode Overview
- Physical therapy can aid in cancer recovery.
- Lymphatic support is crucial for healing.
- Mindset plays a key role in rehabilitation.
- Empowerment through education and therapy.
- Overcoming pain and limitations post-cancer.
Physical therapy is a therapeutic healing modality and it can offer so much relief for us.
In this compelling episode of 'Better Than Before Breast Cancer,' host Laura Lummer welcomes two remarkable guests, Cheri Henderson and Monica Kasari-Desulme, to discuss the transformative power of physical therapy in the journey of breast cancer recovery. Cheri, a two-time breast cancer thriver, shares her personal story of overcoming the physical and emotional challenges associated with her diagnosis and treatment.
Initially told that her pain was her 'new normal,' Cheri's life changed when she met Monica, a physical therapist specializing in cancer rehabilitation. Monica explains the science behind the therapies she employs, such as lymphatic drainage and craniosacral therapy, emphasizing the importance of these treatments in managing symptoms like pain and nausea, which are not traditionally associated with physical therapy.
Cheri shares her journey from being unable to sit comfortably in a car to hiking the Grand Canyon, highlighting the profound impact of these therapies on her quality of life. The episode delves into the crucial role of the lymphatic system in clearing toxins and supporting the body's natural healing processes, something that becomes even more vital during and after cancer treatments.
Monica and Cheri discuss the benefits of 'prehab,' or preparing patients for surgery through education and exercises, which can significantly improve post-surgical outcomes. Furthermore, the conversation touches on the emotional aspects of cancer recovery, with Laura emphasizing the empowerment that comes from taking control of one's health and recovery. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to explore physical therapy as a means of achieving a life that is not just about surviving cancer, but thriving beyond it.
This episode serves as a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of holistic approaches in cancer recovery.