CANCER CARE
OVERVIEW
Cancer treatment can cause physical impairments that impact your quality of life and ability to function. Obtaining physical therapy during or after cancer treatment can make the recovery process less painful and more effective and can speed up recovery time so you regain function faster.
At USC Physical Therapy, we provide all of our patients with a personalized plan of care that addresses the deficits and side effects caused by cancer treatments. Through individualized, compassionate care and a broad array of services, we help our clients regain their quality of life and improve their activity level.
Every one of our clients undergoes a thorough evaluation and physical examination conducted by one of our licensed physical therapists. A detailed physical examination and review of your medical history allows us to create a personalized plan of care for you based on your condition, goals and schedule.
Once your examination and evaluation have been completed, your therapist will help you understand your specific problem and explain your diagnosis and treatment plan.
TYPES OF REFERRALS
USC Physical Therapy offers a broad array of physical therapy services, including:
- Exercise Oncology
- Lymphedema Treatment
- Axillary Webbing Syndrome/Cording Treatment
- Pain Treatment
- Loss of Mobility Treatment
- Stiffness or Loss of Motion Treatment
- Weakness Treatment
- Limited Endurance Treatment
- Fatigue Treatment
- Dizziness/Vertigo Treatment
- Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment
- Nerve palsy Treatment
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Treatment
- Pre-, Post- and Concurrent Chemotherapeutic Rehabilitation Treatment
- Pre-, Post- and Concurrent Radiation Rehabilitation Treatment
RESOURCES
Physical Therapists
Each one of the physical therapists at USC Physical Therapy brings a wealth of experience to their practice. We have certified lymphedema therapists and board-certified oncologic clinical specialists providing personalized and effective patient care. In addition to possessing strong credentials, our physical therapists are actively involved in research and apply the most relevant and modern techniques available for treating the functional limitations and physical impairments caused by cancer treatment. They are involved in teaching within our top-ranked physical therapy doctoral program and post professional courses. USC Physical Therapy’s oncology team has established local and national reputations as leaders in clinical physical therapy.
Lydia In, PT, DPT
Board Certified Oncologic and Geriatric Clinical Specialist
Minnie Jan, PT, DPT
Board Certified Oncologic Clinical Specialist and Certified Edema Specialist
Eileen Johnson, PT, DPT, WCS
Board Certified Women’s Health Clinical Specialist and Certified Edema Specialist
Share Tejada, PT, DPT
Board Certified Sports and Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Certified Edema Specialist
Lauren Vera, PT, DPT
Board Certified Oncologic Clinical Specialist
Kimi Yamada, DPT, OCS, ATC, CLT
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist
LOCATIONS AND HOURS
Rehabilitation for cancer treatment-related functional (or activity) limitations and physical impairments is offered at the following location:
USC Physical Therapy at the Health Sciences Campus