Long Term Side Effects of Cancer Treatments Every PT Must Know

In this episode, we explore the lasting side effects of cancer treatments that every physical therapist, physiotherapist, and rehabilitation professional should recognize when evaluating and treating patients. Cancer treatment extends far beyond the initial diagnosis, and for many survivors, the long-term effects of surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy can significantly impact movement, function, and quality of life. The discussion also explains the differences between external beam radiation and internal radiation therapies such as brachytherapy, including radioactive seed implants for prostate cancer and localized radiation treatments used in gynecologic cancers. Beyond radiation, this episode examines the systemic effects of chemotherapy and hormone therapy. While many people are familiar with short-term side effects like nausea, fatigue, and hair loss, fewer recognize that chemotherapy can produce lasting complications years after treatment. 👉🏻 Long-Term Side Effects of Cancer Treatments Every PT Must Know – Listen to Dr. Alex Hill break down what effective screening for pelvic floor dysfunction looks like for non-specialized clinicians. Learn how to move away from just relying on isolated symptom management and start using purposeful intake questioning, the coccyx mobility test, and a broader patient-centered view to unlock better outcomes in the clinic. 🔹In this video, you'll learn: ✅The long-term effects of radiation therapy ✅What radiation fibrosis is and how it affects movement ✅Differences between external and internal radiation treatments ✅Common long-term complications of chemotherapy ✅Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy and cardiotoxicity ✅Why cancer treatment history matters during evaluation ✅Clinical considerations for physical therapists working with cancer survivors ✅How oncology rehabilitation supports long-term recovery ✅The importance of chart review and individualized treatment planning ✅Strategies for improving rehabilitation outcomes after cancer treatment Whether you're treating orthopedic conditions, chronic pain, post-surgical patients, or cancer survivors returning to exercise, this episode provides practical clinical insights that can improve patient outcomes and strengthen your clinical reasoning. 👍If you found this discussion valuable, be sure to like the video, subscribe for more expert interviews and rehabilitation education, and share it with colleagues who work with cancer survivors. Your support helps us continue bringing high-quality conversations on physical therapy, oncology rehabilitation, and clinical practice. 🎥Link to interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bPOarQZyJE0 🎙Listen on all platforms: https://bit.ly/45rzffO 🍁 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝐏𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 🍁 In this channel, you will find Physical Therapy-related content, like interviews with experts who share their views and experiences, providing relevant information to help Physical Therapists improve their practice and patient care! 📩 Don't miss out on podcast updates!📬: https://www.ptprotalk.com/ 🌐𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐌𝐞 𝐎𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 https://www.instagram.com/ptprotalk/ https://www.facebook.com/ptprotalkpodcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/pt-pro-talk/ https://twitter.com/MariHannaParks 🎧Spotify: ptprotalk ✅𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇 📧 📩Email: mariana@ptprotalk.com 🕵️‍♂️Thank you for visiting our channel and watching all our videos. Support 💁‍♂️ PT Pro Talk Podcast is only possible with the support of forward-looking and innovative companies like: Hanna Health: https://hannahealthhub.com/hep, and SaRaHealth: https://bit.ly/saraytb #CancerRehabilitation #OncologyRehab #PhysicalTherapy #Physiotherapy #CancerSurvivor #RadiationTherapy #Chemotherapy #RadiationFibrosis #CancerRecovery #MedicalEducation #HealthcareEducation #Rehabilitation #PTEducation #OncologyPhysicalTherapy #PTProTalk