Exercises After Breast Cancer Surgery - Second Set

The purpose of these exercises is to help regain the full movement of your shoulder.

Start these exercises once your drain is removed. If you do not have a drain, start them 4 days after your surgery.

By the end of this video, you will understand
Which exercises to do after your drain is removed, or if you don't have a drain, then 4 days after surgery
How to do the following stretching exercises to help regain your shoulder movement and posture:
7. Elbow push-back
8. Shoulder flexion wall exercise
9. Shoulder side lifts wall exercise
10. Back climb exercise
11. Forward lifting
12. Lifting to side
13. Chest wall stretch


For more information read the pamphlet 'Functional Rehab Breast Cancer Surgery' click here:
https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/H...

If you are having trouble regaining your full movement of your shoulder after 6-8 weeks, ask your doctor to refer to the Cancer Rehabilitation and Survivorship Program. A physiotherapist, occupational therapist, and physiatrist can assess you and provide further guidance.

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