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A DIY hand pressure device for clinicians working in oncology care
This week the online training course for testing and training in low-tension compression has been launched. It's a short course, but an...
Denise Stewart
Nov 20, 20223 min read
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New large arm stretch training for breast cancer survivors
After breast cancer, people need to do safe and effective arm stretches for years after their surgery and radiotherapy. I have written...
Denise Stewart
Oct 5, 20223 min read
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Cording after mastectomy: I was told to “push through” with my arm
Today I had a new patient who reminded me about how important it is to give really clear and personalized instructions for arm stretching...
Denise Stewart
Jul 22, 20226 min read
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A fast-paced approach for the management of Axillary Lymph Node Dissection impairments
Today, I heard that some health professionals are amazed at how quickly I take my patients through their paces. This feedback was given...
Denise Stewart
Jun 22, 20225 min read
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Can episiotomy scars be treated months and years later?
Delivering your baby by a vaginal birth is a wonderful experience but...... For some women, vaginal delivery may result in tissue tearing...
Denise Stewart
Apr 1, 20223 min read
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3 Tips on how to get relief from down the arm pain, or discomfort, after breast cancer
There are a number of reasons for pain or discomfort to extend down into the arm after having breast cancer surgery or radiotherapy. Each...
Denise Stewart
Aug 14, 20214 min read
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STOP using this exercise after breast cancer surgery.
So many people have been told to regain their arm movement after breast cancer surgery by using the exercise: walk your fingers up the...
Denise Stewart
Jul 27, 20213 min read
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A new treatment approach that might explain stiff neck symptoms after breast cancer
Most people I see in the first year, or longer, after breast cancer treatments will experience increased neck stiffness. Looking over...
Denise Stewart
Jul 14, 20217 min read
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Shoulder pain after breast cancer: Muscle strain or something else?
Every second person after having breast cancer experiences long term adverse shoulder and arm problems. I am wondering whether a new...
Denise Stewart
Jul 5, 20216 min read
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Mastectomy: Sensitive after radiotherapy?
Research shows that radiation fibrosis is a severe problem for some breast cancer survivors, but more people have a collection of...
Denise Stewart
Jun 27, 20215 min read
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Avoid forceful arm stretches after breast cancer
If I am forced to rant- the only rant that is worth my while is the harm that certain arm stretches can do to people after breast cancer...
Denise Stewart
Jun 3, 20218 min read
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Have you had your arm movement assessed yet?
Everyone who’s finished their breast cancer treatment should have their arm movement and chest scar tissue assessed. Have you? Assessment...
Denise Stewart
Nov 19, 20203 min read
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Neck and head injuries can be another risk factor for movement restrictions after breast cancer.
Can bones of the roof of the mouth be a location to release persistent arm and shoulder tightness after breast cancer? Before last week,...
Denise Stewart
Jul 2, 20205 min read
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What to do with a puffy eye after local skin cancer surgery?
Local puffiness that persists two months after surgery is called lymphoedema (Aus) or lymphedema (UK), a build up of lymph fluid. Lymph...
Denise Stewart
Apr 25, 20206 min read
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Most Breast Surgeons are not telling you the full story
Breast cancer survivors might not be hearing the full story about their recovery from their Breast Surgeon, especially in regards to...
Denise Stewart
Mar 10, 20204 min read
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Melanoma Stage 3: Who will help you when arm movement has been affected
If you have a Stage 3 melanoma removed from your arm, then some lymph nodes are also removed from your armpit. Surgery for melanoma on...
Denise Stewart
Dec 19, 20194 min read
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Volunteers are improving breast cancer recovery services in Australia
I am so excited, proud and have an increasing sense of relief about breast cancer recovery services in Australia, because people after...
Denise Stewart
Oct 30, 20194 min read
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How to manage shoulder pain after breast cancer with a treatment buddy
Annoying and persistent shoulder pain can be a daily issue for at least 50% of women after breast cancer. If you are in "the 50%" group,...
Denise Stewart
Oct 11, 20195 min read
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Partner training: Care for your breast cancer scars and adhesions
Managing really tight skin and muscles after breast surgery requires dailly care, initially. Partners maybe a resource- if they are trained
Denise Stewart
Jul 25, 20194 min read
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Radiotherapy: Extra care for the neck?
Radiotherapy is a main stay treatment used to reduce the reoccurrence of cancer; saving lives and prolonging lives across the world. ...
Denise Stewart
Mar 11, 20194 min read
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