Exercises After Breast Cancer Surgery - First Set of Exercises

By the end of these videos, you will understand:
Which exercises are important to do after surgery
How to do the following exercises:
1. Making a fist (ball squeezes)
2. Shoulder shrugs
3. Head turning and head tilting
4. Shoulder circles
5. External arm rotation
6. Pendulum

These are gentle and safe exercises that you can do on the first day after your surgery. For more information read the pamphlet 'Functional Rehab Breast Cancer Surgery' click here:
https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFam....ilies/Health_Informa 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.
https://www.uhn.ca/PrincessMar....garet/Clinics/Cancer

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