Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reconstruction Rehabilitation
Post-Surgical Breast Physical Therapy
Following breast surgery, tissue dysfunction can occur affecting shoulder, neck, chest wall, and upper extremity mobility. Common impairments can lead to postural compensations, muscular tightness, tissue restrictions and/or nerve tension. Musculoskeletal impairments such as loss of strength, limited joint and soft tissue mobility can lead to functional deficits and pain during daily activities. Physical therapy after surgery can accelerate the healing process, restore muscle and tissue integrity to enhance the recovery process and limit the obstacles.
Below are some examples of post-surgical challenges:
- Scar sensitivity/pain
- Limited shoulder range of motion
- Neck/shoulder/rib pain
- Numbness/tingling to upper extremity
- Inability to return to regular exercise
- Loss of strength and endurance
During the initial visit, a physical therapy assessment and comprehensive evaluation will be taken to identify the root musculoskeletal and neuromuscular causes of symptoms and associated limitations. Shoulder, trunk and upper extremity tissue mobility will be assessed along with scars, breathing patterns, posture, joint range, and muscle strength. Then an individual treatment plan will be created with specific patient centered goals which may include:
- Postural training
- Proper scar education and care
- Connective tissue treatment throughout shoulder, neck and trunk
- Nerve glides
- Myofascial release
- Breathing, stretching, and strengthening exercises
It is gold standard to undergo physical therapy after orthopedic surgeries, and it should be the same standard for breast surgeries. Rehabilitation and healing can be a daunting process alone. Let our expert Physical Therapists help in rehabilitation after breast surgeries. Please contact us with any questions or to have your patients schedule and appointment.
Success Stories & Testimonials
I cannot say enough amazing things about Sarton PT and specifically Dr. Nikita. From the moment you walk in it is such a welcoming place and every person that works there is so kind. It took years for me to realize my health concerns were pelvic floor related and when I made my appointment they scheduled me with Dr. Nikita. I felt so much peace and relief after the first appointment because she was able to thoroughly explain to me what my problems were and what the next steps were to resolve it.
Neysa Poulis
I am so grateful for Julie Sarton and Sarton Physical Therapy! My pain journey has been a long one, and I had all but given up. When I was at my lowest, I decided to try pelvic floor physical therapy one more time, and I’m so glad I chose to come to Sarton Physical Therapy! They offer an array of therapeutic modalities, and they know it’s a matter of tailoring the right combination for every individual. Julie and her team are dedicated, determined, patient and kind. They have helped me gain a better understanding of my body, and while I’m not quite 100% pain free, I see that I am improving. I thank each and every therapist for doing what they do. They have made a huge impact in my life and have given me the gift of returned hope. For that, I could never thank them enough!
Stacy
There is no way to put into words the level of skill, expertise and quality of care that the Pelvic Healing and Sarton team offer. As a fellow pelvic floor therapist and clinic owner, I was looking for a clinic to help treat some aliments that let’s just say are hard to treat on yourself. I was so blown away by the compassion and skill level that I received there. The constraints of insurance often limit the quality of care, and duration of care, that you can receive but by paying out of pocket this is not the case and Julie and her team are worth every cent! I am beyond grateful for the care that I received from them and I recommend to anyone in need of pelvic floor therapy in Orange County, and beyond, to reach out to Julie Sarton and her team. They are the most experienced clinic in Orange county as well as have an International presence that far exceeds other PT clinics. You will not be disappointed!
Christine Strader
