Description

Pre-op program for breast cancer cancer patients builds physical resilience, supports emotional well being and prepares the body for a smoother recovery.  This program is planned over 4-5 weeks.  Classes are done virtual and include educational hand outs.

1) Intake and goal setting-Health history review, including treatments planned. Movement assessment, patient goals and limitations, consent from health care specialist. (surgeon or oncologist)

2) Education Modules – Benefits of prehab for cancer surgery, what to expect before & after surgery, lymphatic system basics and strategies for reducing the risk of lymphedema.

3) Movement and exercise sessions (2 sessions) -mobility and gentle stretching. shoulder, neck and chest mobility.  Spine and posture support. Gentle flow-based warm ups

4) Strength & Endurance – Core stability. lower body strength for independence post surgery, arm and upper body resistance training, functional movement for getting out of bed/chair.

5) Lymphatic Movement Support – Diaphragmatic breathing, gentle drainage exercises, Seated or supine movements to stimulate lymph flow.

6) Cardiovascular Conditioning – low impact, walking, cycling or elliptical, Breathing exercises for endurance

7)Recovery Tools- Guided Meditation, Journaling prompts/ mindset coaching.  Sleep. Pain.

8) Compression Education- if at risk of lymphedema and prophylactic.  Nutrition basics for healing.

9) Virtual Check-ins, progress tracking.