Jaqueline Baiocchi
Clinical approach

Specialized oncology physiotherapy

Rehabilitation before and after cancer surgery, and during and after systemic treatment.

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São Paulo · SP

At a glance

Oncology physiotherapy supports the patient through every phase of treatment, from diagnosis to recovery. Rehabilitation is individualized to address the specific needs of each case, with measures aimed at restoring anatomy and function, providing physical and psychological support, and relieving symptoms.

When it is used

It is used before and after surgery for breast, head and neck, bone and soft tissue tumors, as well as spinal, pelvic and thoracoabdominal surgery.

It is also used during radiotherapy and chemotherapy to prevent and treat side effects that compromise mobility, function and quality of life.

Clinical approach

Symptoms vary according to the type and location of the tumor. Rehabilitation seeks to meet each patient's specific needs through techniques that combine manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, electrical, thermal and light therapies, and functional guidance.

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Jaqueline Baiocchi

PhD in Oncology from AC Camargo Cancer Center, author, teacher, researcher and mentor to physiotherapists through Lymph Expert, her advanced vascular physiotherapy mentorship. A specialist in oncology physiotherapy, lymphedema and lipedema, trained at leading international lymphology schools.

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For information only. Treatment recommendations and the combination of techniques depend on individual assessment.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions.

What is specialized oncology physiotherapy?

Oncology physiotherapy supports the patient through every phase of treatment, from diagnosis to recovery. Rehabilitation is individualized to address the specific needs of each case, with measures aimed at restoring anatomy and function, providing physical and psychological support, and relieving symptoms.

How does the treatment work?

It is used before and after surgery for breast, head and neck, bone and soft tissue tumors, as well as spinal, pelvic and thoracoabdominal surgery. It is also used during radiotherapy and chemotherapy to prevent and treat side effects that compromise mobility, function and quality of life.

When is it indicated?

It is indicated, among other cases, for: Breast cancer; Gynecological tumors; Head and neck tumors; Bone and soft tissue tumors.

How long does each session last?

60 min per session

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