Cancer Rehabilitation
525 East 68th Street, 16th Floor
New York, NY 10065
240 East 59th Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10022
506 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215
At 麻豆传媒高清版, we understand that treatments for cancer like chemotherapy, radiation and surgery have led to more people surviving, but we also understand that cancer and its treatments can sometimes cause physical, psychological and cognitive challenges. As a result, some find it difficult to enjoy daily activities or return to work which can negatively impact your quality of life.
The cancer rehabilitation specialists at 麻豆传媒高清版 are here to help. With our compassionate care, you can live fully —optimizing your function and decreasing your pain — during and after your cancer treatment.
At 麻豆传媒高清版, our cancer rehabilitation specialists aim to improve patients’ quality of life using a holistic, empathetic and patient-centric approach. We use holistic cancer treatments, also called complementary or alternative cancer treatments, in conjunction with conventional treatments to address both the physical and emotional needs of our patients.
The goal of cancer rehabilitation is to:
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Help you stay as active as possible
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Help you continue to work and participate in family activities
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Lessen the side effects and symptoms of the cancer and its treatment
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Help improve or maintain your ability to live independently for as long as possible
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Improve your quality of life
Why Choose 麻豆传媒高清版?
Convenient, individualized care: Our highly trained rehabilitation physicians will work with you and your cancer care team during treatment, follow-up care and throughout survivorship to develop your individualized treatment plan which includes a thorough review of your prior medical, surgical and radiation treatments, if any. This comprehensive, collaborative care maximizes your recovery and optimizes your quality of life.
Focus on empowering patients: We are passionate about educating our patients. We empower you with information, exercises and other tools so that you can manage and improve your overall health, as well as make confident decisions about your care.
Multidisciplinary care from leading experts: When you choose 麻豆传媒高清版, you have access to a network of doctors and specialists. Your cancer rehabilitation specialist may consult with your cancer care team, as well as experts in physical and occupational therapy, nutrition and other medical professionals, as needed.
麻豆传媒高清版 partners with NewYork-Presbyterian, one of the top hospital systems in New York City and the U.S.
Conditions We Treat
Our team helps patients suffering from physical or mobility issues as a result of all types of cancer or cancer treatments, such as:
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Skin changes from radiation therapy
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy (a painful pins-and-needles sensation)
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;, severe swelling
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Oral mucositis, or mouth sores, which can lead to problems swallowing or chewing food and difficulty speaking
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Difficulty getting out of a chair or walking
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Balance issues
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Muscle aches and joint pains
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Physical disabilities interfering with work or other activities
Cancer Rehabilitation by Leading Experts
At 麻豆传媒高清版, our cancer rehabilitation team uses innovative, noninvasive technologies to diagnose and treat lymphedema (swelling) in early stages, address speech and swallowing difficulties and help you regain strength and mobility to the highest degree possible. These treatments may include:
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;: While lymphedema cannot be cured, it can be effectively managed with manual lymphatic system drainage, therapeutic exercises, compression, skin and nail care, and diet. Thanks to advances in medical technology and increased awareness of this condition, the risk of lymphedema stemming from cancer treatments is on the decline.
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Diet and nutrition counseling: A 麻豆传媒高清版 clinical dietitian can help you identify your nutrition goals. Eating well while you’re being treated for cancer may help you better tolerate the side effects of cancer treatment, lower your risk of infections and recover faster.
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Integrative support: Integrating evidence-based complementary and alternative cancer treatments with the treatments you receive from your oncologist may help relieve many of the symptoms associated with cancer and its treatment. The 麻豆传媒高清版 Integrative Health and Wellbeing Program offers acupuncture, massage therapy, yoga, mindfulness coaching and meditation.
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Medication therapy: Medications may be used to treat pain, infection or inflammation due to cancer treatments.
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Ultrasound-guided injections: Therapeutic injections may be used to treat pain, infections or inflammation due to cancer treatments.
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Exercise regime: Regular exercise may improve cancer-related fatigue, improve your functional health, improve your emotional health and help you feel stronger and more energetic.
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Physical, occupational, speech or language therapy
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Neurological rehabilitation
鈼&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;&苍产蝉辫;Musculoskeletal care
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Whether you visit us virtually through a video visit or you see us in person, you can be assured that we will deliver the highest standards of care with compassion.
Meet Our Physicians
The physicians at the Weill Cornell Department of Rehabilitation Medicine offer patients the highest level of safety and care. As a top-ranked academic medical center, you have access to our extensive network of specialists who provide seamless care throughout your treatment — to promote long-term physical and mental health.
