Gentle Recovery
Introduction: Embarking on the journey of recovery after a mastectomy or lumpectomy is a unique and personal experience. Recent research has shed light on an empowering addition to the recovery toolkit: yoga. Beyond its physical benefits, yoga is now being […]
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It is estimated that around 60% of people diagnosed with cancer will have surgery, and 50% will have radiotherapy as part of their treatment plan. Advice about how to take care of your scar should be given after any surgery […]
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Having lymph nodes removed or radiated as a result of breast cancer treatment puts the body at life-long risk of lymphoedema. This risk does not mean that everyone will develop lymphoedema but it is worth doing what you can to […]
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In this blog post we are going to explore a holistic approach to self-care after active breast cancer treatment finishes. For so many women, the end of active treatment is, understandably, such a huge relief, but then the shock of […]
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This article discusses the potential for yoga in cancer recovery, and how misconceptions about this practice can act as a barrier to benefitting from this ancient, adaptable and all-encompassing form of self-care. We will explore the common myths and misconceptions […]
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I was recently waiting in the doctor’s surgery for a routine procedure that always make me apprehensive. Before seeing the doctor, a lovely nurse asked to take my blood pressure (BP). On taking my BP she looked at me in […]
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You don’t need to push hard to get results when you return to exercise after cancer treatment ends. In fact, starting gently, and progressing steadily week-to-week is what is going to achieve better and longer-lasting improvements to your health and […]
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The Gentle Recovery Concept is very much grounded in yoga and its teachings; I believe yoga is a practice that offers people recovering from cancer so many benefits. Here are just a few of them; 1.Yoga helps manage fatigue Fatigue […]
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I have witnessed the mental health issues that may arise as a result of cancer and sadly how little support people often receive in managing these symptoms. They say 1 in 3 people affected by cancer will experience a mental […]
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Breast Cancer Related Lymphoedema (BCRL), and Why Lymph Drainage Exercises are so Important. My work as a physiotherapist prescribing exercise taught me that a fundamental factor when deciding to start a new exercise program and then sticking to it is […]
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What your Doctor may not have had time to tell you… but what anyone affected by breast cancer NEEDS to know. This is not a pitch for an alternative cancer treatment, miracle super-food or extreme diet promising to cure your […]
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Vitamin D is the sunshine vitamin. 50% of the population are said to be deficient in this key vitamin. There are very few foods that contain enough Vitamin D that’s why it’s best to get our daily dose from the […]
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