Physical Therapy

Physical therapists can help people gain mobility after a cancer diagnosis, treatment or surgery.

The following resources can help you locate an expert near you.

Finding physical therapists

The American Physical Therapy Association's (APTA) ChoosePT.com website allows you to search for a physical therapist in your area.
The APTA Academy of Pelvic Health has a separate pelvic health PT locator that allows you to choose among different pelvic health specialties.

Other ways to find experts

The National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers have specialists to manage the symptoms and side effects of cancer prevention or treatment.
Register for the FORCE Message Boards to get referrals from other members. Once you register, you can post on the Find a Specialist board to connect with other people who share your situation.

Resources, Tips, More Help

A physical therapist can help you regain your mobility after a cancer diagnosis, treatment or surgery. When searching for a physical therapist, you can filter by "practice focus." Examples include "breast cancer" or "lymphdema" or "pelvic health."

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