Post-Breast Cancer Care

Physical Therapy is a critical component of successful recovery following mastectomies, lumpectomies, axillary node dissections and breast reconstruction.
Peak Performance Therapists will help you get a fresh start, regain independence, take control of recovery and facilitate a faster return to your daily and recreational activities.
Reach your full recovery with:

• Therapeutic massage and manual therapy for limited motion, tight muscles, and incision sites.
• Treatment of additional symptoms, including: neck, back, and sholder pain, tight chest and stiff ribs that may occur with surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
• Individualized exercises to regain your strength and mobility for a faster return to YOU!

Lymphedema is the abnormal accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the arm and chest following surgery or radiation. It develops in a significant number of women who undergo breast cancer surgeries.
Peak Performance employs Certified Lymphedema Therapists and offers Complete Decongestive therapy (CDT) which includes.

• Education to prevent and/or manage lymphedema.
• Assessment and rehabilitation of the affected limb and trunk.
• Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and instruction in self-massage and skin care.
• Specialized exercise programs to facilitate lymphatic circulation.
• Custom sleeve fitting and bandaging of the arm if needed.