Oncology Physiotherapy

Are you looking for effective and reliable oncology physiotherapy that can help you achieve positive results? At Colchester Physiotherapy, we provide rehabilitation that has huge benefits for people who are living with or recovering from cancer. Our specialised service can help to improve mobility and functions to help with the everyday challenges of life at home and at work.

All of our oncology physiotherapy sessions are delivered by qualified and experienced physiotherapists. We will help and advise you on the do’s and don’ts, whether you are undergoing treatment, following surgery or in recovery.

Our team offers a private and personal service to help you on your road to recovery. We offer both face-to-face consultations at our clinic in Colchester, as well as remote consultations online or via telephone.

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Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapy

The complexities and challenges of cancer can be overwhelming. Whether you have been recently diagnosed, currently in treatment or in the recovery process, we can offer specialised cancer rehabilitation physiotherapy to help. Our team can guide you through the process physically and psychologically, doing our best to assist you in your recovery.

What to expect from an appointment:

Discussion: To begin, our designated physiotherapist Amy will sit down and discuss any problems you are having, and what you are looking to improve.

Assessment: An analysis and assessment will then be carried out in view of the initial discussion.

Advice: Following the assessment, your physiotherapist will offer their expert advice on the next steps.

Hands on Treatment: If necessary and appropriate, your physiotherapist will provide hands on treatment to help with your physiotherapy.

Home Exercise Programme: The final stage of your appointment will see a personalised home exercise programme provided, to help with issues that have been discussed and assessed.

Book an Appointment with Amy

With over 12 years of experience in oncology physiotherapy, Amy Eade serves as our dedicated in-house physiotherapist.

Amy is a recognised Post Rehabilitative Breast Cancer Exercise Specialist via the Pink Ribbon Program and has completed certification as a PINC physiotherapist with PINC and STEEL International; a company founded on the basis of developing a world class program for cancer survivorship.

Amy is based at our clinic in Colchester on Thursdays and selected evenings. To make an appointment with Amy, please contact her by leaving a message on this number: 07305 589550

To find out more about Amy Eade, take a look at her website below:

https://ae-physiotherapy.co.uk/

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Oncology Physiotherapy can Help Physically and Pyschologically With

Cancer and Lymphoedema

FAQ's

What is Oncology Physiotherapy?

Oncology physiotherapy is a specialised form of physical therapy focused on helping individuals who are undergoing or have completed cancer treatment. It aims to improve mobility and strength, whilst addressing side effects such as pain, fatigue and swelling issues.

What Treatments do Colchester Physiotherapy Offer?

At Colchester Physiotherapy, we offer an array of treatments including:

Post-breast surgery shoulder pain

Cancer related fatigue

Post-operative stiffness

Peripheral neuropathy

Treatment related joint and muscle aches

Lymphoedema

Get in touch with our team to discuss your treatment options.

What is Lymphoedema Physiotherapy?

Lymphoedema physiotherapy is a treatment aimed at managing lymphoedema, a condition where excess fluid builds up in the body, causing swelling. This therapy includes treatments such as foam compression, Fluoroscopy guided manual lymphatic damage and kinesio-taping.

"Very knowledgeable and the exercises and advice worked really well."

Shaun - October 2024

"Excellent service offered, from initial telephone booking, prompt and accurate emails providing information and timings, all the way to a successful conclusion of my treatment.

I would definitely use their services again in the future"

Phil - April 2024