Hey Thrivers! I hope you enjoy this video on Upper Body Exercises following Breast Cancer Treatment. Please feel free to ask me any questions about this video - let me know if you'd like a more advanced version of this program too! x
Hello i m from india ..my mother treated with mastectomy and radiotherapy for breast ca last yr but now she is having pain in that region can u suggest some physiotherapy for this late onset pain
Awww! Thankyou Stephanie! I've launched a new Private Group on Facebook - The Compass Community - a global online Breast Cancer Education & Support Network with free weekly live education sessions. I will be able to provide more interaction with everyone on this platform. If you would like to join please click on this link: facebook.com/groups/breastcancercompasscommunity
Thanks for this information, Jen. It has given me confidence to know I can start exercising safely. Do you have a paper version of the exercises I can download and print?
Thank you for all of your dedication to helping others! I have one question. In your experience, have individuals been able to start exercising while undergoing radiation?
Thank you for your lovely feedback! Yes, patients should be able to exercise during radiation prior to skin becoming sensitive and / or radiation burns presenting. It is not advisable to do exercise whilst burns are healing as it may put too much pressure on healing skin. I hope this makes sense. I have a Private Facebook Group called 'The Compass Community' - a global online Breast Cancer Education & Support Network with weekly live education sessions and Q&A. I will be able to assist you more on this platform. Here is the link if you would like to join: facebook.com/groups/breastcancercompasscommunity
Hi Jen! Glad to know about these exercises. Still have cording issues, but I think I can do all the exercises except the shoulder press. I should be ok doing the exercises (except shoulder press)? It’s ok to use dumbbells instead of the band? Missing doing my exercises. Thanks again for the videos. You have definitely helped with my recovery!
Hey Mel! How long since you had your breast surgery? You will be fine to start using dumb bells Mel but just make sure you start with 2-3kg and then progress the weight ONLY after you've performed a few sessions at a particular weight, AND your arm has shown no signs of Lymphoedema, then increase the weight by 1-2kg as a maximum. Are you doing the advanced cording stretch and massaging your cord? Jen x
Very helpful. I’m 4 weeks out of surgery and eager to start exercises so this was great to watch. I would love some more advice around scar massage and tenderness on chest wall and scar line. I still feel very bruised and have to keep pressure extremely light still. Is this normal?
Hey Emma! Thanks for your comment. Glad you found this video helpful! It is definitely normal to still feel tender / bruised along the scar at 4 weeks after your surgery. Watch my other video How To Reduce Scar Pain After Breast Cancer for more info! Jen x
Hi Noud, these exercises are suitable for any following any type of breast cancer surgery or reconstruction, as long as you have medical clearance to commence exercise. Jen
I had a double mastectomy 3yrs ago. My chest is stiff. I’m scared to excise to much. My scars are different in each breast. My reconstruction, They had to use a muscle from my back on left side and skin on right is thinner. My sprite is low but I need to lose my stomach! Help
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This is a fantastic video. Thanks so much Jenn
My absolute pleasure Theresa! So glad you enjoyed it!! x
Hey Thrivers! I hope you enjoy this video on Upper Body Exercises following Breast Cancer Treatment. Please feel free to ask me any questions about this video - let me know if you'd like a more advanced version of this program too! x
Hello i m from india ..my mother treated with mastectomy and radiotherapy for breast ca last yr but now she is having pain in that region can u suggest some physiotherapy for this late onset pain
@@letswincancer7673 Absolutely! Can you email me enquiries@thebreastcancerphysio.com and I can start to direct you on how I can help! Jen x
Great clear video. I’m doing them.
Thank you Tona! Jen :)
Thanks Jen! Loving the exercises. They're surprisingly challenging but I followed your advice and have taken it slowly. Thanks again 👍👍👍
Well done Deb! Email me with any questions and take your time building up your muscle stock again. Jen x
Thank you Jen. This is a great video! Very easy to follow the instructions.
Awesome to hear Leonie! Thank you so much for watching it and your feedback. Jen x
Hello Jenn, thanks so much for all your videos. If I don't have any signs of lymphoedema should I use compression sleeve during the exercise or not?
Appreciate you SO much!
Awww! Thankyou Stephanie! I've launched a new Private Group on Facebook - The Compass Community - a global online Breast Cancer Education & Support Network with free weekly live education sessions. I will be able to provide more interaction with everyone on this platform. If you would like to join please click on this link: facebook.com/groups/breastcancercompasscommunity
This is perfect Jen, really clear and easy to follow instructions 👍
Awesome Kirrily!! So pleased to hear that hun! x
Thanks Jen for a great video - great info, easy to follow exercises and love the positive energy!
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback Alethea! Let me know any Breast Cancer topics you would like more information on! x
Thanks for this information, Jen. It has given me confidence to know I can start exercising safely. Do you have a paper version of the exercises I can download and print?
Thank you for all of your dedication to helping others! I have one question. In your experience, have individuals been able to start exercising while undergoing radiation?
Thank you for your lovely feedback! Yes, patients should be able to exercise during radiation prior to skin becoming sensitive and / or radiation burns presenting. It is not advisable to do exercise whilst burns are healing as it may put too much pressure on healing skin. I hope this makes sense.
I have a Private Facebook Group called 'The Compass Community' - a global online Breast Cancer Education & Support Network with weekly live education sessions and Q&A. I will be able to assist you more on this platform. Here is the link if you would like to join: facebook.com/groups/breastcancercompasscommunity
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Hi Jen! Glad to know about these exercises. Still have cording issues, but I think I can do all the exercises except the shoulder press. I should be ok doing the exercises (except shoulder press)? It’s ok to use dumbbells instead of the band? Missing doing my exercises. Thanks again for the videos. You have definitely helped with my recovery!
Hey Mel! How long since you had your breast surgery? You will be fine to start using dumb bells Mel but just make sure you start with 2-3kg and then progress the weight ONLY after you've performed a few sessions at a particular weight, AND your arm has shown no signs of Lymphoedema, then increase the weight by 1-2kg as a maximum. Are you doing the advanced cording stretch and massaging your cord? Jen x
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Very helpful. I’m 4 weeks out of surgery and eager to start exercises so this was great to watch. I would love some more advice around scar massage and tenderness on chest wall and scar line. I still feel very bruised and have to keep pressure extremely light still. Is this normal?
Hey Emma! Thanks for your comment. Glad you found this video helpful! It is definitely normal to still feel tender / bruised along the scar at 4 weeks after your surgery. Watch my other video How To Reduce Scar Pain After Breast Cancer for more info! Jen x
What are the suitable exersises for double mastectomy?
Hi Noud, these exercises are suitable for any following any type of breast cancer surgery or reconstruction, as long as you have medical clearance to commence exercise. Jen
I had a double mastectomy 3yrs ago. My chest is stiff. I’m scared to excise to much. My scars are different in each breast. My reconstruction, They had to use a muscle from my back on left side and skin on right is thinner. My sprite is low but I need to lose my stomach! Help