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Rehabilitation
Oncology


2010 May
Vol. 28 No. 1

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Our association consists of professional Physical Therapists managing the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, integumentary and cardiopulmonary rehabilitative needs of patients resulting from the treatment of active cancer disease. This encompasses acute secondary sequela of cancer treatments such as surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy; long-term secondary sequela of said treatments and palliative care. How Can We Help?

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Breast Cancer Rehabilitation

November 13, 2010

Exeter Hospital
Exeter, NH

Speakers: Barbara Nicholson, PT and Nancy Roberge, PT, DPT, MEd

Participants will learn the latest therapeutic intervention for the patient with breast cancer, from diagnosis to recovery. Topics will include oncologic principles, diagnosis, treatment, surgical interventions, and outcomes. Participants will gain a greater understanding of chemotherapy, radiation, and the side effects of these treatments. This course will discuss
program development, including patient education, manual therapy techniques, exercise programs, and lymphedema risk-reduction strategies. The need for and importance of advocacy efforts on behalf of this patient population also will be discussed.

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Specialization in Oncology PT

Specialization in Oncology PT

 

Specialization in Oncology PT
The Inspirational Component Award recognizes significant, measurable progress in one or more key areas during the past year.

Accepting the Inspirational Component award on behalf of the Oncology Section is President Kathleen Hummel-Berry. Congratulations to the Oncology Section!

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EDGE Taskforce

The goal of every PT clinician and researcher is competency in applying the most effective treatment available to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. In her 2005 McMillan Lecture, Dr. Rebecca Craik endorsed a three-pronged approach to competency that is comprised of:

  1. Classifying patients in meaningful ways,
  2. Standardizing our interventions, and
  3. Agreeing on the best outcome measures.  
Evaluation
Database to
Guide
Effectiveness

In response to this call, the Section on Research formed the EDGE Taskforce comprised of members of many sections.  The primary goal of the taskforce is to assist in the identification of a core set of tests/measures for each practice area. 

The Oncology section became involved in the EDGE Taskforce in 2008, and we have been a part of the planning process for the past two years.  It is now time for our section to become active in developing our own core sets of tests/measures.  To facilitate this process we would like to form a workgroup of interested clinicians and researchers, and propose to focus on the diagnostic group of breast cancer to begin this endevor.  In the future, we also plan to form workgroups for other clinical populations.  If you are interested in participating either in the planning process for the core set development in the oncology section or in being on the breast cancer core set workgroup, please contact Laura Gilchrist at: lsgilchrist@stkate.edu.

 Regional Course Sponsorships

This two and one-half day symposium will provide participants with the necessary information and skills to develop a comprehensive, evidence based Oncology Rehabilitation and Wellness Program. Sessions include integrative discussions and laboratory experiences. Case studies will assist participants in putting all the pieces of the puzzle together.  Click here for full brochure.


Exercise Guidelines for Individuals with Cancer - Speaker:  G Stephen Morris, PT, PhD - September 18, 2010 - Charlotte AHEC Airport Training Center, Charlotte, NC


Breast Cancer Rehabilitation - Speakers:  Barbara Nicholson, PT and Nancy Roberge, PT, DPT, MEd - November 13, 2010 - Exeter Hospital, Exeter, NH


Exercise Guidelines for Individuals with Cancer - Speaker:  G Stephen Morris, PT, PhD - January 16, 2011 - Lakeland Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph, MI


Interested in co-sponsoring an Oncology Section Regional Course? Contact The Executive Director at oncology@apta.org for more information.


 Meet A Member Spotlight

Introducing Mary Ann Calys, PT

My work is my passion!  I enjoy collaborating with others who share my belief in holistic care, with a focus on quality of life, lifestyle behavioral change, and motivational coaching to engage patients in the art of living.

Meet This Member

 Oncology Section Partners Program

Who is eligible for the Partners Program?

Any physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who lives in a country other than the United States who is not eligible for membership in APTA. In addition, partnership is also open to
any non-physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who hopes to facilitate the advancement of evidence-based practice, education, and research in oncologic physical therapy.

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 Section News

APTA Opposes New Senate Bill to Relax Qualification Standards for Medicare Providers
The Access to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services Improvement Act of 2006 (S 3963), introduced late last week by Sens Craig Thomas (R-WY) and Arlen Specter (R-PA), would overturn the current Medicare "incident to" rule and recognize athletic trainers and lymphedema therapists as covered providers under Medicare. APTA opposes S 3963 and strongly supports Medicare's qualification standards that therapy services should be provided only by qualified practitioners. The Association's position is that physical therapists are the only professionals who should provide physical therapy examinations, evaluations, diagnoses, prognoses, and interventions. Interventions should be represented and reimbursed as physical therapy only when performed by a physical therapist or by a physical therapist assistant under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. To contact your senators and urge them to oppose this legislation, visit the Medicare Personnel Qualification for Physical Therapy Resource Center 

 Special Interest Groups

HIV/AIDS Special Interest Group Webpage

The Oncology Section HIV/AIDS SIG leadership is proud to unveil a new online location for our SIG members. Come join our community by signing up for HIV/AIDS SIG membership. Details Here

Hospice and Palliative Care Special Interest Group Webpage

The Oncology Section Hospice and Palliative Care leadership is proud to unveil a new online location for our SIG members. Come join our community by signing up for Hospice and Palliative Care SIG membership.  Click Here

Swelling Disorders & Lymphedema Special Interest Group Webpage

The Oncology Section Swelling Disorders & Lymphedema Special Interest Group leadership is proud to unveil a new online location for our SIG members. Come join our community by signing up for membership in the Lymphedema SIG.

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EXERCISE GUIDELINES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH CANCER
Saturday, September 18, 2010 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Charlotte AHEC - Airport Training Center
5039 Airport Center Parkway, Building K, Charlotte, NC 28208

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Oncology Section's position statement on Management of Lymphedema in Patients with a History of Cancer 

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