FAQ’s

What is PINC Cancer Rehabilitation?

It is a specialised Rehabilitation Program that is dedicated to improving the strength, quality of life and sense of wellbeing of women diagnosed with cancer. 

The PINC Cancer Rehab Programme is made up of four phases:

  • Pre-op phase

  • Post-op phase

  • Adjuvant Cancer Treatment Phase

  • Fitness phase

Research has shown that being active is a very important part of your recovery from cancer and the effects of its treatment.

Cancer Rehabilitation sessions may involve a combination of hands-on physiotherapy to mobilise scar tissue, regain full joint range of movement and loosen tight muscles, breathing re-training, or creating an individualised home exercise program. Sessions may also involve using Clinical Pilates. 

“Cancer patients would be shocked if they knew just how much of a benefit physical activity could have on their recovery and long term health, in some cases reducing the chances of having to go through the grueling ordeal of treatment all over again.” Prof Rod MacLeod PhD MMedEd FRCGP FAchPM, Senior Staff Specialist in Palliative Care and Conjoint Professor of the University in Sydney.

Is PINC Cancer Rehabilitation for me?

The PINC program is for anyone affected by cancer. 

We can accommodate all ages, cancer types, treatment stages and fitness levels. We aim to help you improve quality of life and reduce the side effects of treatment. Your sessions will be completely tailored to you, depending on your needs.

If you have had or will be having surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy - PINC Rehab is for you!

What should I bring with me?

Please bring along any referrals, scans, x-rays or reports which you may have.

What should I wear to my appointment?

You should wear clothes that are comfortable for you to move around in. 

 

How long will my PINC appointment be?

Your initial assessment will be one hour to allow for thorough history taking, assessment and goal setting. Follow-ups can then be 30mins or one hour depending on goals and fatigue levels. This will be discussed between yourself and your physio during the initial assessment.

How can Physiotherapy help? 

• Provide reassurance and help women in maximising their recovery 

• Restore ROM and strength 

• Prevention of soft tissue fibrosis, myofascial pain, and frozen shoulder 

• Education for lymphoedema prevention