Phoebe Roche from Churchyard Physiotherapy had to use virtual means to maintain her exercise programme for cancer survivors. That is why Palmerston North physiotherapist Phoebe Roche is spreading the word about cancer rehabilitation. For breast cancer patients, the first three sessions are paid for by the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation. DAVID UNWIN/Stuff The value of exercise for recovering cancer patients is boosted by Phoebe Roche's Next Steps classes. Roche said exercise during and after cancer treatment was proven to have preventative, restorative, supportive and palliative benefits.

Source: Stuff September 09, 2021 03:44 UTC