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Sore shoulder and arm after surgery
Hi I'm new today and was given your details from an old friend who has been here a few years ago on. Since my lumpectomy two weeks ago my shoulder and arm have been really sore and tender and not w...
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Hi SYT
As others have recommended it might be a good idea to see physiotherapist, who can help with massage and exercises to manage pain. You can search for a physiotherapist with experience in cancer and close to you here: https://www.physiotherapy.asn.au/APAWCM/Controls/FindaPhysio.aspx.
You may also be eligible for reimbursement through your private health insurer or Medicare rebates for these physiotherapist visits through a GP care plan so speak to your GP regarding a referral. For more information about allied health Medicare rebates see our fact sheet https://www.physiotherapy.asn.au/APAWCM/Controls/FindaPhysio.aspx.
Have you received BCNA's My Care Kit? The kit contains a Pilates DVD 'Strengthen your recovery' which is a Pilates program specially designed to follow breast cancer surgery. To order the free kit call 1800 500 258.
All the best
Fiona