Importance of Therapy After Mastectomies
Posted on by Shelia M. Tenny, OTR/L, CHT
Did you know that one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime1? Common surgeries and procedures to treat women diagnosed with invasive breast cancer include lumpectomies, mastectomies, sentinel lymph node biopsies, and axillary lymph node dissection2. Mastectomies are the most common surgery for breast cancer but are the most invasive type of treatment. Mastectomies are recommended to decrease the likelihood of recurrence and lower the risk of further surgical procedures in the future.
The Importance of Strengthening the Gymnast’s Elbow
Posted on by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP
Gymnastics offers a unique perspective, even allowing some athletes to see the world upside down!
