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Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common symptoms after a cancer diagnosis. Patients experience reduced ability to carry out daily activities and often experience loss of motivation. As soon as patients are diagnosed with cancer, we should be screening patients for side effects, including cancer-related fatigue. We must then continue monitoring for symptoms throughout treatment & well after treatment finishes.

In last week's episode, we covered what is cancer-related fatigue, so if you haven't checked that out yet, do that first. In today's episode, we dive into what can PTs do for the person experiencing cancer-related fatigue.

 

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Side effects are sometimes glossed over as buzzwords, and we tend to ignore that fact. As a result, we may actually be harming our patients and underestimating the effects on their independence and mobility.

Cancer related fatigue is probably the most common impairment cancer survivors experience. An estimated 80% of survivors suffer from cancer-related fatigue!

As defined by the NCCN, cancer-related fatigue is a "distressing, persistent, subjective sense of physical, emotional, and cognitive tiredness or exhaustion related to cancer treatment that is not proportional to activity and interferes with usual function."

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While PTs get worked up about the oncology specialist exam, they actually tend to forget the biggest hurdle to taking the exam: submitting their application.

In this workshop replay, I covered the basics of the ABPTS application & took students through several exercises that helped them identify the best patient for them to write a case report on.

Here's what I recommend for this episode: grab a pen, a piece of paper, or your favorite word processor and take notes. I will be walking you through some exercises that will help you prepare for this exam.  Actually do these - because they majorly help.

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This week, we are joined by Dr. Susan Maltser, DO. She has written one of my favorite articles, A Focused Review of Safety Considerations in Cancer Rehabilitation, which you'll definitely want to save & reference frequently.  This article is the Bible of Basics when it comes to being safe with people who have or who have had cancer. We are focusing on what safety considerations and red flags we should be aware of as oncology physical therapists. The way we treat our patients is based on dogmas and fear, and this can actually hinder the patient's ability to heal.

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The ABPTS (American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties) oncology exam is an amazing opportunity to deepen your knowledge of oncologic physical therapy, but it's not for everybody. In fact, there's some very important reasons why you shouldn't take the exam.

Today, we're exploring why you should or should not take the ABPTS Exam, plus the steps you need to apply for the exam.

It is not my intention to discourage you from taking the exam, but rather to help you decide if this is the right next step for you and your practice. Even though I am pro-exam, I believe you need to ensure that you are approaching the process with the right mindset. The process is not for everyone. 

If you are considering applying for the examination, register for my webinar on April 20th, Start Your ABPTS Oncology Application on the Right Foot BY CLICKING HERE.

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It's kind of crazy to look back on the small decisions that ultimately led us to where we are today.  For Dr. Jen Bernstein, PT, she credits one major choice for eventually leading her to the world of pediatric oncology.

 

Jen talks about how she navigated those first months of pediatric oncology & how she continues to challenge herself (& her patients).  If you're starting to treat younger patients, this episode is a MUST-LISTEN!

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Communication is an essential skill for every researcher & PT.  Many people think that they can share information in a formal manner, like a lecture, but they neglect the fact that informal conversations can actually provide a better understanding of the research. In fact, today's guest Jimmy McKay believes that it's our duty to do so. Researchers and clinicians alike are failing in their responsibilities to educate our profession & the public.

It's critical to continue the conversation by using different social media outlets to continue to communicate information. Although many people worry that these methods of sharing their knowledge are unprofessional, it can actually help them achieve a wider audience than PT-specific conferences. 

“If you can assist one person with what you have in your mind, you have to. As a professional, you are expected to share information”  -Dr. Jimmy McKay, PT

 

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Cancer survivors are often overwhelmed when their support teams disappear after they ring the bell.

Yet the long-term side effects, fears, and lifestyle care still need to be addressed.

On today's show, I had the honor of bringing a registered dietician, Dr. Stacy Roberts, to the show to share with us what she has learned from working with the cancer community & what we need to know moving forward with long-term survivorship.

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Dr. Mary Lou Galantino, PT and Dr. David Kietrys, PT are joining me today to discuss lessons they have learned from the HIV pandemic, the long-term COVID-19 pandemic and oncology physical therapy. 

Due to the many similarities between the current COVID-19 pandemic and the HIV pandemic, this conversation could not have taken place at a better time. 

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The last couple of years have taught us that the old model of physical therapy is not effective. By begging physicians for referrals, battling with insurance companies to have our sessions covered, only to have patients slip through the cracks, we aren't helping anyone. It certainly isn't helping our profession. In order to actually assist patients, a different approach is required.  Dr. Aaron LeBauer, PT joins us today to discuss starting cash-based practices & the single best tool all PTs should be implementing into their practices today.

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