Oncology Physiotherapy in Nassau, Bahamas for clients during and after cancer treatment. Also available Virtually.
There is fear, grief, fatigue, loss, stress and pain. Survivorship is like a new building with caregivers as the scaffold.
There are many ways to help you through your Cancer diagnosis. Education & prevention are the foundation. Build a routine to promote stamina and combat chronic fatigue. The side effects of treatment will manifest, but you will have a battery of tools to mitigate their effect. That is skilled Physiotherapy.
Hi, I’m Dr. Bonimy-Lee, DPT, CLT-LANA a licensed Physiotherapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist who supports those during and after cancer treatment to mitigate and combat the range of long term side effects, including lymphedema.
There are many factors contributing to the daily stresses of cancer treatment including pain, limited mobility, fatigue, chaos and ignorance. Learn techniques and build your program safely with an experienced clinician.
My Approach to Working with clients who have undergone Cancer treatment:
Complete Decongestive Therapy is the gold standard for lymphedema management.
Treatment intervention for cancer can mean the individual may experience a range of symptoms in the years following remission. This includes range of motion restriction, pain, coordination dysfunction, fatigue.
Oncology Physiotherapy by Women’s Health Clinical Specialists ensure we address these impairments. For those following post-mastectomy, post-prostatectomy, reconstruction, chemo-radiation this may mean Physiotherapy treatments will include scar mobilization, joint mobilization, mobility strategies, manual lymphatic drainage, meditation and breath control, body weight strengthening, skin care and and a long term plan for survivorship.
Your Onocology Physiotherapist, Dr. Bonimy-Lee, DPT has extensive knowledge with years of coursework, evidence-based practice and work experience in facilities globally respected for cancer care excellence, to support your goals and ongoing lifestyle changes for your best health and wellness.
Therapy Types & Modalities
Yoga-informed exercise program
Meditation
Balance and gait training
Manual Therapy
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Complete Decongestive Therapy
Scar mobilization
Movement and mobility training
Breath control
Skin Care and garment education
How I can help:
Restore physical function and begin the process of understanding the common side effects of cancer treatment.
Lifestyle, diet, exercise and family support are an integral part of long-term survivorship. Introduce a basic breath focused, meditative routine while investigating resources for self-care; promoting flexibility, stress management and functional endurance.
Oncology related impairments
Fatigue
Joint Pain
Chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy
Restricted ROM
Lymphedema
Post-mastectomy pain syndrome
Incontinence
Weakness
Swallowing problems due to lymphedema
Balance deficits
FAQ
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Oncology rehabilitation requires a comprehensive assessment of your baseline function. We assess balance, strength, endurance, psychosocial support, function, swelling and pain. Therapy sessions will create a plan to address those deficits.
Feel free to bring a copy of your most recent diagnostic scans for review.
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Every session is confidential.
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Your relationship with your therapist, understanding your goals in therapy and how you feel after your sessions are good indicators of whether this is the right fit for you.
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No. Physiotherapists / Physical Therapists do not prescribe medication.
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This is determined after your comprehensive initial evaluation / first visit.
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Yes. You will need a referral from your Oncologist. Most local insurance providers will cover costs associated to Physiotherapy for cancer related impairments with the referral.
Viva Physio & Wellness, Ltd is considered an In-network for the major local insurance providers. Please contact your insurance provider to confirm coverage and benefits.
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Copays, deductibles and co-insurance will be discussed with you at the benefits verification stage. Please connect with the administrator to inquire based on your payment options.