Training to support patients after breast surgery

Quality rehabilitation begins with deep knowledge and practical skills!

As part of the Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Zaporuka Foundation organized training for specialists Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine of the NIR National Cancer Institute on the topic "Complex therapy of lymphedema". 

The event was dedicated to supporting women who have undergone breast surgery and are facing lymphedema, as every patient deserves care and safe recovery.

Inna Nagorna, head of the rehabilitation department and physical therapist at the Kirovohrad Regional Cancer Center, shared her experience. 

During the classes, participants combined theory and practice: 

• We analyzed the anatomy of the lymphatic system, capillary metabolism and factors in the development of lymphedema;
• mastered the techniques of manual lymphatic drainage, compression bandaging, and selection of special underwear;
• discussed an individual approach to each patient and the principles of safe therapy;
• worked with a real clinical case - the patient was present during the training, so the specialists were able to see how the knowledge was applied in practice and feel how important it is to support a woman at every stage of her recovery.

Such trainings help specialists not only to cope professionally with postoperative complications, but also to give patients a sense of support, confidence and warmth that is so necessary on the way to recovery.

 This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we would like to remind you that on our website you can find a guide for patients after breast surgery. This is a useful tool that helps you take care of yourself and feel confident in your recovery 

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