Breast Cancer Physical Therapy in Geneva

At CARE Maisonneuve, we offer specialized physical therapy for breast cancer patients in Geneva, at CARE Belle-Terre. This care can be provided during or after treatment to promote recovery, gradually restore mobility and comfort, and make it easier to resume daily activities.

Rehabilitation after breast cancer is tailored to each patient's treatment journey, symptoms, and needs.

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Why undergo physical therapy after breast cancer?

Breast cancer treatments can lead to various functional consequences. After surgery—particularly a mastectomy or reconstruction—some patients may experience pain, tightness, reduced mobility in the shoulder and arm, discomfort around the scars, or difficulty performing certain daily activities.

Radiation therapy and other treatments can also affect mobility, tissue flexibility, muscle strength, and overall physical condition.

Physical therapy after breast cancer supports recovery in a gradual and personalized manner. It can be provided at various stages of the care journey, in coordination with the medical team.

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When should you seek medical advice?

Rehabilitation following breast cancer may be recommended, in particular, in the following cases:

pain or tightness in the breast, chest, shoulder, or arm;
reduced mobility of the shoulder or upper limb;
stiffness or difficulty raising the arm;
adhesions or discomfort around the scars;
a feeling of tightness in the chest or armpit;
decreased strength in the upper limb;
difficulty resuming certain daily activities or physical exercise;
swelling or a feeling of swelling in the arm;
Functional consequences following a mastectomy or breast reconstruction.

An individual assessment helps identify current challenges and determine the goals of the treatment plan.

Physical Therapy for Breast Cancer in Geneva, Switzerland

What are the benefits of physical therapy after breast cancer?

Restoring Mobility in the Shoulder and Arm

Reduced shoulder mobility after breast cancer can make certain movements more difficult. Rehabilitation helps you gradually improve your range of motion so you can regain ease in raising your arm and performing daily activities.

Relieve tension and pain

Appropriate techniques and personalized exercises can help reduce certain types of pain, stiffness, and feelings of tension associated with treatments.

Working on Scars and Tissue Mobility

Physical therapy can support the restoration of tissue mobility and address certain adhesions or scar tissue tension that may limit movement.

Supporting Rehabilitation After a Mastectomy

Rehabilitation following a mastectomy gradually supports the recovery of upper limb mobility and function. The treatment plan is tailored to each patient’s progress and may focus on shoulder and arm mobility, muscle tension, scars, and the resumption of activities.

Regain strength and physical abilities

A gradual return to exercise helps build strength, endurance, and function in the upper limb, taking into account the stage of treatment and each patient’s abilities.

Getting Back to Everyday Life

Getting dressed, styling your hair, wearing certain items, working, or resuming physical activity can sometimes become more difficult after treatment. Physical therapy following breast cancer aims to gradually facilitate a return to these activities.

Rehabilitation goals are tailored to each individual and evolve over the course of treatment.

How does your physiotherapy treatment work?

The first session begins with a discussion to understand your medical history, any treatments you have received or are currently undergoing, your symptoms, and the challenges you face in your daily life.

The physical therapist then conducts a tailored assessment that may focus on shoulder and arm mobility, pain and tension, muscle strength, and the mobility of tissues and scar tissue.

Based on this assessment, personalized goals are set in consultation with you.

Breast cancer rehabilitation sessions may include, depending on your needs, manual techniques, mobility exercises, progressive strengthening exercises, and guidance on how to continue certain exercises at home.

The progression is tailored to your recovery and your treatment plan.

Specialized Breast Cancer Care at CARE Belle-Terre

At CARE Belle-Terre in Thônex, Geneva, care is provided by Lucie, a physical therapist trained in breast cancer physical therapy.

She supports patients throughout their treatment journey and during their rehabilitation following breast cancer, particularly in cases of reduced shoulder mobility, pain, stiffness, functional difficulties, or following a mastectomy.

His approach is based on individualized, step-by-step care, with the goals of promoting functional recovery, restoring mobility, and enabling patients to resume their daily activities as comfortably as possible.

When should you start physical therapy after breast cancer?

Physical therapy for breast cancer can be provided at various stages of the care journey. Depending on the treatments received and the medical team’s recommendations, certain exercises and movements may be recommended early on and then gradually adapted to the recovery process.

You don’t have to wait until you experience significant limited mobility in your shoulder or arm to get an evaluation. An evaluation can also help you receive tailored advice and monitor changes in mobility and any symptoms.

Treatment is always tailored to medical recommendations and each patient's individual situation.