EXERCISE ONCOLOGY
for People Living with and Beyond Cancer
Individualised exercise support to help manage treatment side effects and improve strength and function during, after and while receiving ongoing cancer treatment.
Sonya prides herself on being an exercise oncology specialists. Having previously worked at The Kaden Centre, a purpose-built facility designed to deliver exercise programs to people experiencing all stages of cancer, she is determine to continue the delivery of this service to the Newcastle and Hunter region.
TREATMENT PATHWAY
REFERRAL - Every journey begins with being referred to our services, either by your Medical Oncologist, Surgeon, Radiation Oncologist, Haematologist, General Practitioner or by your self.
INITIAL ASSESSMENT -We review your diagnosis, treatment protocol, medical history and goals, alongside an assessment of treatment-related symptoms and your current strength, movement and physical capacity. From here, we develop an individualised exercise plan, provide a tailored home program, and educate you on the evidence behind our recommendations.
PROGRAM DELIVERY - From your assessment we develop your individualised exercise program delivered through one-on-one sessions, complemented by tailored home exercise programs. I work collaboratively within your medical team and can liaise directly with them to ensure exercise programs are appropriately adjusted in response to changes in symptoms, treatment and relevant blood test results.
REASSESS & ADJUST - As treatment changes, your exercise program changes with it. We regularly reassess symptoms, physical function and exercise capacity to ensure your program remains safe, appropriate and appropriately challenging. Our assessment protocols are guided by current evidence and are used to monitor meaningful changes in physical function, treatment tolerance and quality of life.
Many people don't know exercise is safe and beneficial during treatment. Research has demonstrated that exercise has the ability to help ease side effects from cancer treatment, including:
Cancer-related fatigue
Treatment-related deconditioning, reduced strength and muscle mass
Peripheral Neuropathy
Loss of bone strength and density
Balance problems
Lymphoedema
Reduce range of motion and function post surgically (e.g. shoulders, neck, pelvis/ hips)
Reduced cardiovascular fitness
Anxiety and low mood
Why Exercise During Cancer Treatment?
Contact Us
For more information on how Sonya at Accelerate Exercise Physiology can help you, call now or email and lets work together!
skelly@accelerateep.com.au
0410 747 736