What is cancer rehabilitation?

Cancer rehabilitation helps you regain strength, mobility and independence during and after treatment. Our program addresses physical, emotional and cognitive challenges caused by cancer and its therapies.

Who provides cancer rehabilitation care?

Cancer rehabilitation includes oncology-specialized physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech therapists. They understand the unique needs of cancer patients and create personalized plans to improve your quality of life.

What issues can cancer rehabilitation help with?

Cancer rehab can address: Bone and muscle loss Bowel and bladder dysfunction Cording and soft tissue tightness and restrictions Decreased strength and range of motion Deficits in vision Difficulty returning to employment Difficulty with memory and cognition Difficulty with swallowing Fatigue and loss of physical function Imbalance Inability to return to employment Loss of cardiac function Neuropathy Pain and swelling Postural changes Risk of infections or lymphedema Sexual dysfunction Weight gain

When should I start cancer rehabilitation?

You can begin rehab at any stage — during treatment, after surgery or in survivorship. Early intervention often leads to better outcomes.

Does cancer rehab help with fatigue and neuropathy?

Yes. Our therapists use targeted exercises and techniques to reduce fatigue, improve nerve function and restore energy.

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Cancer rehabilitation empowers you to heal and live fully

Cancer rehabilitation is designed to help you maintain and improve your quality of life throughout your care journey. Our teams in Ohio provide personalized therapy and support to restore mobility, reduce side effects and help you feel your best during treatment and survivorship.

How to schedule cancer rehabilitation

For patients in central Ohio

In central Ohio, OhioHealth partners with NovaCare Rehabilitation to provide convenient outpatient cancer rehabilitation. NovaCare offers ReVital, a specialized program and the first of its kind nationwide. ReVital therapists receive advanced training in oncology rehabilitation and understand the unique challenges patients face during treatment.

For patients outside central Ohio

If you’re outside central Ohio, cancer rehabilitation is available at several OhioHealth locations:

OhioHealth Marion Medical Campus
OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital
OhioHealth Castrop Health Center
OhioHealth Berger Hospital

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