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Reclaiming Strength, Redefining You!
Navigating breast cancer treatment is incredibly personal, and recovery should be, too. At Easthill Physiotherapy & Acupuncture in Vernon, we offer a compassionate, evidence-informed approach to breast cancer rehab.
Our team’s extensive knowledge and years of experience ensure you’re always in capable hands, ready to guide you towards optimal health.
Whether you’re preparing for surgery, recovering post-operatively, or adjusting to life after treatment, our dedicated physiotherapists are here to help you regain strength, confidence, and control over your healing journey.
We understand that breast cancer impacts more than just the body. From scar tissue and fatigue to changes in posture and emotional well-being, each person’s experience is different, and so is our approach. Our goal is to provide you with supportive, restorative care that fits your unique needs, phase of recovery, and lifestyle.
Breast cancer rehab is a specialized area of physiotherapy designed to support individuals before, during, and after their cancer treatment. Our focus is on helping you restore movement, reduce discomfort, and rebuild your strength—safely and gradually.
Our services are available at any point in the journey—pre-surgical preparation, post-mastectomy rehab, lumpectomy recovery, or years after treatment when symptoms linger. There’s no “too late” or “not bad enough” when reclaiming your comfort and movement.
Common issues we address include:
While we do not offer hands-on lymphedema massage or compression wrapping, we educate and empower clients with the tools to recognize signs of lymphedema and safely modify activity to avoid flare-ups.
At Easthill, breast cancer rehab is never a one-size-fits-all plan. Our therapists take the time to understand your full story, not just your diagnosis. We assess how your treatment has impacted your mobility, strength, and overall well-being, and then we tailor a plan that respects both your physical goals and emotional needs.
Each visit is an opportunity to build trust with your body again. We move at your pace, we listen to your feedback, and we adapt along the way.
Choosing the right rehabilitation clinic after breast cancer treatment is an essential part of your healing journey. At Easthill Physiotherapy & Acupuncture in Vernon, we provide care that’s as compassionate as it is effective. Here’s what sets us apart:
Our team has experience in post-breast cancer rehabilitation, with a deep understanding of the physical and emotional challenges that follow surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.
Every recovery path is unique. We tailor each treatment plan to your specific needs, goals, and stage of healing; from early post-op to long-term recovery.
We address more than just mobility and pain. Our rehab programs consider posture, strength, scar tissue mobility, pelvic health, and emotional well-being.
Our Vernon clinic offers a calm and private space where you can focus on healing in a way that feels safe and supported.
We ensure you understand your recovery process, including lymphedema awareness and how to safely return to daily activities or exercise with confidence.
Our clients often experience improved range of motion, reduced discomfort, and renewed confidence in their bodies, whether weeks or years after treatment.
If you or a loved one is experiencing pain, stiffness, fatigue, or mobility challenges after breast cancer treatment, know that you’re not alone, and recovery is possible. Contact us today to learn how our specialized breast cancer rehab program can support your healing journey.
Our caring and knowledgeable team is here to answer your questions, schedule your initial assessment, and create a plan that’s personalized to your body and your goals.
Start rebuilding your strength and confidence with breast cancer rehab at Easthill Physiotherapy & Acupuncture, where clinical expertise meets compassionate care.
EASTHILL PHYSIOTHERAPY & ACUPUNCTURE
Location: 2906 26 St, Vernon, BC V1T 4T7, Canada
Phone: (250) 545-2922
Email: easthillphysio@telus.net
Office Hours:
Mon – Fri: 7 AM – 7 PM
EASTHILL PHYSIOTHERAPY & ACUPUNCTURE
Location: 3210 25 Ave #401, Vernon, BC V1T 1P1, Canada
Phone: (250) 542-2655
Email: EHphysio@telus.net
Office Hours:
Mon – Fri: 7 AM – 7 PM
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Breast cancer rehab can begin at any stage—before surgery, during treatment, or months to years afterward. Starting early may help reduce complications like frozen shoulder, scar tightness, or postural changes. That said, it’s never too late to benefit from BC therapy. Even years after treatment, many survivors find relief from lingering pain, stiffness, or fatigue through a customized plan created by a therapist. Regular screening and support tailored to your needs can improve your mobility and overall recovery.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to your shoulders, chest, and upper back. A tank top or sports bra is ideal. You don’t need to bring much—just your medical history (if available), a list of any medications, and details about your treatment (such as type of surgery or radiation). You’ll meet with a therapist at the centre, so feel free to bring any questions for counsel. Your comfort and understanding of the process are key.
The length of rehab varies depending on your goals, the severity of your symptoms, and how your body responds to BC therapy. Some clients feel improvement in just a few sessions, while others benefit from ongoing care over several weeks or months. A therapist typically reassesses progress regularly to keep your plan aligned. A home exercise program, along with support from your care centre, enhances results and may reduce total sessions. Screening and ongoing counsel are important parts of this process, especially for long-term survivors.
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Easthill Physiotherapy + Acupuncture Clinic has protocols to ensure the utmost safety for our patients, team and community. We have worked hard to protect our public health during this pandemic. Medical masks are mandatory for all staff and patients to keep everyone safe, and we appreciate your commitment.
We continue to follow the guidelines and protective measures indicated by our regulatory boards and governments. Our team has also had extensive training on our new protocols, and we are all 100% committed to ensuring our patients’ safety.
This is the new normal.
All patients and staff will be screened before each visit. Unfortunately, anyone showing signs of respiratory infection will be unable to come into the clinic. We will encourage and book virtual physiotherapy appointments for those that need help but are symptomatic if a client is at greater risk or for anyone who is not comfortable coming into the clinic.
We have the highest standards for hand hygiene and cleaning. All equipment and rooms will be disinfected after each use, frequently touched surfaces will be sterilized, and personal protective equipment will be used in all appropriate situations. Patients and staff will have hand washing stations to ensure proper frequent hand hygiene.
We also understand that it is necessary to reduce the risk of transmission with physical distancing. To do this, we have installed plexiglass barriers, reduced the number of appointments available by spreading them out and designed an optimal patient flow that minimizes contact with other patients and staff before and after appointments. Our team is also committed to practicing these as measures of hand hygiene and physical distancing outside the clinic to be safe when they return to work.
Although it may seem different with the steps we need to take, the Easthill Physiotherapy + Acupuncture team is still the same! We still believe in the same values and are here to provide an extraordinary physiotherapy experience. This is not going to change. Our goal is to keep all of us healthy and happy.
Our fabulous admin team is available to book in-clinic appointments now. Or if you prefer a virtual physiotherapy visit, we can book that too. Please call us at 250-545-2922 to book an appointment or if you would like more information.
Chris Burk + Rob McMillan
Owners, Easthill Physiotherapy