Therapeutic Exercise for Breast Cancer & Core/Pelvic Wellness
Therapeutic exercise is a key component of recovery after breast cancer treatment and for core/pelvic wellness. At Chaux Physical Therapy, Dr. Alexandra Chaux designs personalized exercise programs to restore strength, mobility, and function while supporting safe recovery from surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. These exercises also strengthen the core and pelvic floor, improving posture, stability, and overall well-being.
Benefits of Therapeutic Exercise
Therapeutic exercises can help:
- 1. Restore Strength & Function: Improve arm, shoulder, core, and pelvic muscle strength after surgery or treatment
- 2. Enhance Flexibility & Range of Motion: Reduce stiffness and scar tissue restrictions in shoulders, chest, and pelvic muscles
- 3. Improve Posture & Body Mechanics: Support proper alignment to prevent pain and enhance functional movement
- 4. Support Lymphatic Health: Gentle movement and stretching promote fluid circulation and reduce swelling
- 5. Boost Core & Pelvic Floor Function: Strengthen deep abdominal and pelvic muscles to improve stability and reduce incontinence or prolapse
- 6. Reduce Pain & Fatigue: Safely alleviate discomfort from surgery, treatment, or postural imbalances
- 7. Promote Confidence & Independence: Help patients return to daily activities, work, or hobbies safely
Therapeutic Exercises at Chaux Physical Therapy
- 1. Range of Motion (ROM) Exercises
- ● Restore shoulder, arm, and pelvic mobility
- ● Reduce tightness from surgery or scar tissue
- 2. Strengthening Exercises
- ● Focus on arm, shoulder, core, postural and pelvic muscles
- ● Improve stability, mobility, endurance, and function
- 3. Core & Pelvic Floor Training
- ● Target deep core muscles for posture and pelvic support
- ● Reduce risk of incontinence, prolapse, and postural pain
- 4. Assisted Active Exercises
- ● Therapist-guided movements to safely regain mobility and strength
- ● Especially helpful post-mastectomy or post-reconstruction
- 5. Postural & Body Mechanics Training
- ● Corrects imbalances from surgery, radiation, or daily habits
- ● Supports safe, pain-free movement
- 6. Breathing & Relaxation Techniques
- ● Facilitate lymphatic drainage, relaxation, and stress reduction
- ● Enhance oxygenation and energy levels
- 7. Flexibility & Stretching
- ● Relieve tight muscles in shoulders, chest, and pelvic region
- ● Prevent stiffness and improve overall comfort
Who Can Benefit?
- – Breast cancer survivors post-surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation
- – Patients at risk of developing lymphedema, cording, or post-mastectomy tightness
- – Individuals with pelvic floor weakness, prolapse, or incontinence
- – Anyone seeking improved posture, core stability, and overall function
Why Choose Therapeutic Exercise at Chaux Physical Therapy?
Each program is customized to the patient’s condition, treatment stage, and goals. Dr. Alexandra Chaux ensures exercises are:
- ● Safe for post-surgical and post-treatment recovery
- ● Focused on improving function and reducing discomfort
- ● Designed to restore confidence and independence
Is Therapeutic Exercise Right for You?
If you are recovering from breast cancer treatment or addressing core/pelvic concerns, therapeutic exercise can help you move better, feel stronger, move effortlessly, and regain independence.
Consult with Dr. Alexandra Chaux at 805-203-0040 for a personalized evaluation and treatment plan.