Cancer rehabilitation
About this test
Cancer rehabilitation is care that helps people with cancer maintain or restore function. It can help with side effects and other changes caused by cancer and cancer treatment. You can have cancer rehabilitation before, during and after cancer treatment. It's often customized for your needs. Cancer rehabilitation might happen in the hospital if you need to stay in the hospital. Or it can happen in a healthcare professional's office or in your home.
Why it's done
Cancer rehabilitation helps people with cancer maintain or restore function. Cancer rehabilitation can help people with cancer to: Build strength. Increase energy and stamina needed for everyday tasks. Find ways to make it easier to do the activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and eating. Maintain or regain the ability to move limbs and joints with ease. Manage cancer-related symptoms, such as pain and fatigue. Return to work or school.
Risks and complications
Cancer rehabilitation is generally safe. Any risks of cancer rehabilitation depend on the services you receive. Talk with your healthcare team about your cancer rehabilitation plan. Your team can explain the possible side effects.
What to expect
What you can expect during cancer rehabilitation depends on the services you receive. Cancer rehabilitation helps people with cancer maintain or restore function. Your rehabilitation plan is often personalized for exactly what you need.
Understanding your results
Cancer rehabilitation helps people with cancer maintain or restore function. How quickly you'll see results depends on your cancer and the services you receive. Talk with your healthcare team about what you can expect.
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