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Cancer Related Rehabilitation

A diagnosis of cancer and undergoing treatment can be a stressful time. Our specialist physiotherapists are here to support your recovery every step of the way — restoring strength, mobility and confidence.

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Mon- Sat: 8:00am – 7:00pm

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Email - info@ukhomephysio.co.uk
Call Us - 02080873132
020 8087 3132
Diagnosis of cancer and undergoing treatment can be a stressful time. Cancer treatment affects the strength, stamina, mobility and function. Evidence suggests that rehabilitation should start as soon as possible and continue to achieve better outcomes with reduced healing times. We provide holistic rehabilitation programme aimed at enhancing stamina and functional abilities. Our team consists of highly competent physiotherapists who provide treatment based on current evidence. Let us help you to get back to living a quality life.
We take a whole-person approach — physical, emotional, and practical.

How does cancer treatment affect the body?

Cancer and its treatments — including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy — can significantly affect strength, stamina, mobility, and overall functional abilities.

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Fatigue

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Muscle Weakness

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Reduced range of movement

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Breathlessness

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Lymphoedema

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Neuropathy

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Anxiety & low mood

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Mobility impairments

Fatigue is one of the most common side effects, in addition to muscle weakness, reduced range of movement, pain, and breathlessness. These changes can impact our abilities and confidence.

How can UKhomephysio help me with rehabilitation after cancer?

Home visits & personalised programme

At UKhomephysio, we understand that recovering from cancer is a deeply emotional and personal journey. Our highly competent oncology physiotherapists will visit you in the comfort of your own home, carry out a detailed cancer rehabilitation assessment, and develop a holistic physiotherapy programme tailored entirely to your individual needs and goals.

In-depth mobility assessment

Your therapist will assess your mobility in depth — including walking aid requirements, transfer techniques, and gait pattern — to ensure you are moving as safely and confidently as possible. They will also recommend the frequency of home physiotherapy sessions based on your personal goals and progress.

Rebuilding strength & confidence

Throughout your recovery, we focus on rebuilding your strength, stamina, mobility, and confidence — empowering you to regain independence and return to the activities that matter most to you.

Hands-on therapy

Massage and soft tissue mobilisation are used to reduce muscle tightness, improve circulation and relieve treatment-related pain — forming an essential part of your recovery programme.

Evidence-based care

With evidence-based physiotherapy grounded in the latest clinical research, and a team genuinely committed to your wellbeing, UKhomephysio is with you every step of the way towards living a full and quality life.

Ongoing monitoring & support

Your rehabilitation plan is regularly reviewed and adapted in line with your progress, treatment phase and changing goals — ensuring your care remains safe, effective and responsive at every stage.

What does the oncology rehabilitation programme involve?

Our holistic rehabilitation programme is designed to enhance stamina, muscle strength, balance, co-ordination and functional abilities. Depending on the assessment of the needs and goals, the rehabilitation plan will include

🔘 Graded exercise therapy
🔘 Mobility and flexibility work
🔘 Fatigue management strategies
🔘Lymphoedema management
🔘 Advice on returning to work or leisure activities
🔘 Pain management
🔘 Breathlessness management
🔘 Balance and coordination training
🔘 Improving muscle strength
🔘 Building stamina and exercise tolerance
🔘 Postural correction
🔘 Home exercise programme

Frequently asked question

Evidence strongly suggests that rehabilitation should begin as soon as possible — ideally during or even before treatment begins. Early intervention leads to better outcomes, reduced healing times, and a faster return to daily activities.

Yes — when delivered by a specialist physiotherapist, exercise and rehabilitation are safe and beneficial during active treatment. Our team is able to develop, monitor and modify the rehabilitation plan based on the current treatment phase, any precautions and your abilities.

Our team consists of highly competent physiotherapists with specialist knowledge in oncology rehabilitation. All treatment is based on the most current clinical evidence. We keep up to date with the latest research to ensure you receive the best possible care.

Yes, all of our physiotherapists are fully registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the statutory regulator for physiotherapists in the UK and members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists as well as DBS checked. Your safety and wellbeing are always our top priority.

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HCPC registered • CSP members • DBS checked
All our physiotherapists meet the highest professional standards required to practise in the UK.