Exercise with cancer
Exercise for Cancer: Regain Strength, Confidence, and Control
Cancer is a life-changing diagnosis and its treatment can feel overwhelming. At PH Therapy we are cancer care specialists, using exercise to enhance your quality of life through evidence-based exercise programmes tailored to your needs during or after cancer treatment.
We understand that cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy have diverse side effects, such as fatigue, muscle loss, and reduced mobility. Our thoughtfully designed exercise programmes can help you manage these side effects, including reducing cancer-related fatigue and improving overall well-being.
Your programme is led by an AHCS-registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) ensuring safe and personalised support to help you rebuild strength, resilience, and confidence in your daily life.
Engaging in exercise during a cancer treatment can be challenging but with the right guidance, it can empower you to regain control and improve your physical and mental health.
Contact us today to learn how exercise can support your cancer recovery journey.
What out clients say
David, aged 83
As I am undergoing prostate cancer treatment, I wasn’t sure I would be able to go on a skiing trip with my son. Through regular resistance training, I was able to do some of the best skiing I have ever done. I felt strong, in control and managed to enjoy the trip without any excessive muscle stiffness or injuries.
Cathy, aged 66
I have been able to discuss a variety of problems… has been very helpful in providing me with coping strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Exercise can help reduce the impact of cancer-related side effects. Cancer-related fatigue is the biggest reported side effect among cancer patients. By reducing fatigue and other side effects it can allow you to go through more cycles of your treatment with better outcomes.
Prue Cormie et al. 2017.
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Before every session, we will screen you to ensure you are safe to participate. However, there are specific signs and symptomns that we look for that may prevent you from participating. This is for your safety.
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Yes, you can exercise during your treatment. Your exercise may change based on your treatment and your reported side effects. The aim of each session will be tailored based on your stage of treatment and feedback.
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The role of a Clinical Exercise Physiologist is to expertly guide you safely through your exercise programme. Each programme and session is built around you and you only.
We lead prehabilitation programmes before your treatment, which puts you in the best possible position to take on your treatment. Research shows prehab decreases your stay in hospital and increases your recovery time.
Joel E Lambert. 2021.
Leading exercise programmes during or after your treatment to get you back to doing the things you love and improve your quality of life.
