Cancer Rehab
Dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be difficult, and at times cancer treatment can be just as taxing on your body. During treatment, you may experience physical issues such as pain, numbness, swelling, lymphedema and trouble walking.
Exercise and mobility play a significant role in your cancer fight. Our team of therapists provides the support to help get you moving and help manage difficulties that come along with your treatment to help make your cancer journey more comfortable.
Services Provided
- Lymphedema rehab
- Pelvic health rehab
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
Condition Treated
- Range of motion and strengthening exercises
- Reconditioning
- Skin/Scar management
- Pain management
- Ergonomic education
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Lymphedema
- Manual lymphatic drainage
- Compression bandage and garments
- Vasopneumatic pump
- Pelvic pain
- Artificial larynx
- Esophageal speech
- Tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP) speech
- Videoflouroscopic swallow studies
- (Pharyngogram = Modified Barium Swallow - MBSS)
Become a Patient
Complete the form below to schedule an appointment or call (225) 763-4050.
Locations
Baton Rouge General – Ascension
Outpatient Rehab & Therapy – Suite 201
Baton Rouge General – Mid City
Outpatient Rehab & Therapy (Adult & Pediatric) – Entrance 3 (3601 North Boulevard)
Center for Health (Located at Baton Rouge General – Bluebonnet)
Outpatient Rehab & Therapy (Adult & Pediatric) – Suite 443 & 447
Pelvic Health & Lymphedema Therapy – Suite 447
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