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What is Lymphoedema?

Bronwyn Anderson — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 05:56:45 +0000

Lymphoedema affects affects 1 in 5 people following breast cancer treatment. It is defined as a long-term abnormal swelling in part of the body caused by a collection of lymphatic fluid in the tissues below the skin as a result of a dysfunctional lymphatic system.

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Breastfeeding 101

admin — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 12:14:24 +0000

“Less than 10% of South African Women exclusively breastfeed their children for the first six months of their lives”. In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week 1 – 7 August 2020, we asked Sudha Maharaj, one of our resident physiotherapists with a special interest in Women’s Health, to provide some encouragement and advice for breastfeeding. She

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Woman’s Health by Sudha Maharaj

admin — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 09:34:48 +0000

Being a woman is unique. They say that the only constant in life is change. If we apply this to the journey and state of being a woman, the following is true: -Our bodies are constantly changing; from puberty, to bearing a child; to the awkward years before menopause; the often dreaded menopause and of

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I’ve had a mastectomy, now what?

admin — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 14:13:50 +0000

There are countless thoughts running through your head after a mastectomy – the entire process can be quite a daunting experience. Here are some tips that could help you navigate your post-mastectomy gauntlet. 1. Taking pain medication: Don’t be too brave. If you need it, take it. 2. Don’t be scared to ask questions: No question is a silly question,

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How healthy is your Pelvic Floor?

admin — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 09:58:21 +0000

As a physiotherapist with a passion for Women’s Health, I often chat to my patients/friends/colleagues (basically anyone who will listen!) about the importance of a strong and healthy pelvic floor. The first comment I hear is: “You do Physio, WHERE??!” Once the person has gotten over the shock that some physiotherapists are trained to internally

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