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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month ashkenazi jew cancer prevention cancer recovery colon cancer colon cancer patient colon cancer prevention colon cancer survivor colorectal cancer colorectal cancer awareness colorectal cancer awareness month crc diabetes fap sedentary lifestyle turcot syndrome Mar 21, 2025

Unfortunately, CRC is generally asymptomatic and when the symptoms of CRC appear, such as rectal bleeding, anemia, or abdominal pain, most patients are already in the advanced stage. 

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) estimates that the global burden of colorectal c

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What You Haven't Been Told About Lymphedema .......but Need to Know clt complete decongestive therapy compression bandages compression bandaging compression garments lmt lymph lymph drainage lymphangiosarcoma lymphatic drainage lymphatic massage lymphatic system lymphedema lymphedema prevention pt Mar 21, 2025

What is Lymphedema?

Air Travel – When you are traveling by airplane, it is important to wear a fitted sleeve or stocking due to pressure changes which allow fluid to pool in the extremities. Due to the lack of movement during flight, the vessels, which normally pump the lymph towards th

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How Can Exercise Prevent and Manage Cancer-related Lymphedema? cdt cly complete decongestive therapy compression compression bandaging dpt lympedema management lymph drainage lymphatic massage lymphedema lymphedema prevention skin care Mar 21, 2025

Exercise can play a significant role in preventing and managing cancer-related lymphedema, a condition that can occur as a side effect of cancer treatment.

Lymphedema is the swelling of a limb or body part due to the accumulation of lymphatic fluid. It commonly occurs after the removal

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Urinary Incontinence in Cancer Survivors - Hamitha Noorus bladder cancer survivor bladder control blader cancer cancer survivors diabetes dysuria frequent urination pelvic floor pelvic floor exercises pelvic floor muscle training pelvic floor physical therapy prostate cancer prostate cancer survivor urinary incontinence urination urgency Mar 21, 2025

Urinary incontinence is a common and often challenging side effect for cancer survivors, especially those who have undergone treatments for prostate and gynecological cancers. In this article, we will explore the symptoms of urinary incontinence, its impact on cancer survivors, and strategies for ma...

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The Role of Exercise in Cancer Survivorship - Hamitha Noorus cancer cancer comorbidities cancer prevention cancer recovery cancer recurrence cancer survivor cancer survivors cancer survivorship cognitive function depression management depression prevention diabetes prevention lymphedema prevention osteoporosis prevention well-being wellness Mar 21, 2025

Do you think exercise still plays a role in your cancer journey? Your cancer journey does not end with pills or radiation treatment alone. In this blog, we will explore the importance of exercise in cancer survivorship.

we now understand more about cancer survivorship and what it means to be a canc...

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FREE 5 Min Preview: Lumpectomy Tutorial - part of "Breast Cancer: Surgery & Lymphedema" ace certified afaa certified breast cancer breast cancer patient cancer exercise cancer exercise specialist cancer exercise trainer cancer exercise training institute cancer recovery canfipro cimspa issa certified lumpectomy nasm certified nsca certified Mar 08, 2025

Watch this 5-minute lumpectomy tutorial below and learn the 2 key elements that impact exercise programming. This will give you a taste of the study curriculum to become an OncoVie™ Cancer Exercise Specialist.

Join us for the Zoom Guided training class, and the session that covers this in great det...

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Nutrition After Cancer Treatment: The Right Time for Dietary Guidance - by Andrea Leonard, M.S. Functional Nutrition active treatment bladder cancer survivor cancer nutrition cancer patient cancer prevention cancer-fighting foods chemotherapy dietician dietray guidance hormonal therapy immunotherapy nutrition after cancer treatment nutrition during cancer treatment nutrition guidance nutrition intervention nutritionist radiation therapy registered dietician Mar 04, 2025

Nutrition plays a crucial role in cancer recovery, survivorship, and overall health. However, the timing of nutrition guidance is just as important as the recommendations themselves. While it may seem logical to provide dietary advice throughout all phases of cancer care, research indicates that pro...

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Breast Cancer Treatment Breakthroughs and the Role of Exercise ace certified alpelisib biomarkers brca brca positive brca1 brca2 breast cancer treatments cambria-1 cambria-2 camizestrant cancer exercise cancer recovery cancer treatments with exercise cdki ceti ctdna elacestrant er antagonist er postive erpr postive genetic mutations genetic testing genome genomics gentic mutation her2 liquid biopsy ngs panel test nivolumab pik3ca treatment efficacy Mar 03, 2025

Recent years have witnessed significant advancements in breast cancer treatment, particularly between 2022 and 2025. These developments, coupled with the growing recognition of exercise's role in enhancing treatment efficacy and recovery, offer new hope to patients worldwide.​

Advancements

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Over 70% of Survivors Fall Short on Exercise - Here’s How You Can Help bladder cancer survivor cancer exercise guidelines cancer exercise specialist cancer survivors exercise benefits Feb 26, 2025

The Growing Need for OncoVie™ Cancer Exercise Specialists

The number of cancer survivors worldwide has now surpassed 50 million, thanks to advances in early detection, treatment, and supportive care. However, survival alone is not the goal—quality of life, functional health, and long-term well-bein...

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ChatGPT for Cancer Exercise: When It Helps and When to Seek a Specialist ai ai assistance cancer exercise guidelines chatgpt fitness fitness business fitness industry Feb 21, 2025

How to Best Use ChatGPT for Cancer Exercise—And When More Is Needed

Artificial intelligence, like ChatGPT, is making waves in the health and fitness industry by offering personalized advice at the click of a button. For cancer patients and survivors, who often face unique physical challenge

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