Evidence-Based Oncology Rehabilitation: Improving Function & Quality of Life
Course Overview
Oncology rehabilitation is a growing field as there is a growing body of evidence to support its use in improving functional mobility and quality of life. This area of practice has some specific challenges. Effective intervention starts with understanding the patient’s cancer history, including the type of cancer, where the cancer is located, the presence of metastasis, and the cancer treatment type (both active and previous). Information is provided regarding specific symptoms, such as cancer-related fatigue and pain. Several major international organizations have released exercise program recommendations, which will be addressed in this course.
Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:
- Assess the aspects of the cancer patient’s history that are an important part of treatment planning for rehab.
- Categorize specific cancer-related symptoms and how rehab can address them.
- Analyze the recommendations for assessment and treatment planning for oncology rehab to improve quality of life and functional performance.
About the Author/Presenter
Dr. Lorie Schleck, PT DPT is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and the Evidence in Motion Institutes of Health Professions. She has authored and taught dozens of continuing education courses focused on sports medicine, orthopedic, and geriatric topics, in addition to instructing classes for physical therapy doctorate and physical therapy assistant students. She currently works in clinical and operational quality for Optage Home Care in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
Colibri Healthcare
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
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