Created by: Heather M. Truog, OTD, OTR/L, PYT
capstone project for post-professional doctoral program
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
BREAST & GYNECOLOGICAL ONCOLOGY
Aspects of Clinical Application:
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Biopsychosocial assessment and intervention planning relative to oncological impact to the occupational profile
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Facilitated and directed occupational engagement to achieve and promote improved quality of life, self-efficacy, and social engagement
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Actionable mind-body interventions to promote and achieve improved life balance, stress management, and perceived quality of life
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Educate and facilitate range of motion, active/passive stretching, and progressive strengthening protocols post-operatively to improve functional performance
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Facilitation and training for self-care techniques of scar tissue adhesion management and recovery
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Provide adaptive and compensatory strategies for completion of routine ADLs post-operatively
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Biomechanical applications of manual lymph drainage, complete lymphatic drainage, or lymphatic compression as appropriate
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Health promotion of lifestyle management and nutritional considerations for systemic optimization
Potential Certifications:
Academy of Lymphatic Studies
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Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT)
ILWTI
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Comprehensive Oncology Rehabilitation Expert (CORE) Certification
Specialized Training/Education:
Physiological Oncology Rehabilitation Institute
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Breast Cancer Rehabilitation (course)
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Pelvic Cancer Rehabilitation (course)
Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehab Institute
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Oncology of the Pelvic Floor (3 course series)
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Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
Burrell Education
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Optimal Health After Hysterectomy