Lymph Node removal and lack of arm movement
Hi everyone - first post on here:) Quick question re lymph node removal, I had surgery 4 weeks ago, lumpectomy and lymph node surgery (8 nodes removed, 3 cancerous), I went back for breast re entry su...
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Dear janeo70,
Some good advice above.
Definitely see your GP for a care plan for Physiotherapy. Perhaps a specialist one that does Laser.
I was very lucky, like Afraser.In 2020, I had Right Mastectomy with axillary clearance, 25 Lymph nodes removed, with 3 cancerous. Movement was not limited. I did do all the recommended exercises. I had a little cording.
I chose to see a specialist Physio that does laser and monitors for Lymphodema. I have none of that yet, but I am careful. I wear the pressure sleeve, when flying longer distances.
I'm sure that you will see improvement with exercise. Work on this as much as you can.
It will be important, especially if you are to have Radiotherapy.
I had to have my arms positioned above my head while that happened. I think that is the same for most of us, that have R/T.
Some good advice above.
Definitely see your GP for a care plan for Physiotherapy. Perhaps a specialist one that does Laser.
I was very lucky, like Afraser.In 2020, I had Right Mastectomy with axillary clearance, 25 Lymph nodes removed, with 3 cancerous. Movement was not limited. I did do all the recommended exercises. I had a little cording.
I chose to see a specialist Physio that does laser and monitors for Lymphodema. I have none of that yet, but I am careful. I wear the pressure sleeve, when flying longer distances.
I'm sure that you will see improvement with exercise. Work on this as much as you can.
It will be important, especially if you are to have Radiotherapy.
I had to have my arms positioned above my head while that happened. I think that is the same for most of us, that have R/T.