Physio for prostate cancer

“Are you or a loved one navigating the challenges of prostate cancer?
Physiotherapy for prostate cancer is a tailored approach to enhance your well-being and support your journey to recovery.”

Why does Physiotherapy for prostate cancer matter?

  1. Specialised Expertise

    Our Physio for prostate cancer service addresses some of the unique needs of individuals facing prostate cancer. From pre-surgery preparation to post-treatment rehabilitation, our experts understand the intricacies of your condition.

  2. Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

    Prostate cancer and its treatment can impact the pelvic floor muscles. Our physiotherapy interventions target these specific muscles, aiding in strength, function and overall pelvic health.

  3. Continence Management

    Regaining control over bladder function is a common concern for those affected by prostate cancer. Our tailored programs focus on effective strategies and exercises to manage and improve continence.

  4. Pain Management

    Physiotherapy for prostate cancer can help with pain associated with prostate cancer and its treatments. Our therapists employ evidence-based techniques to alleviate discomfort and enhance your overall comfort.

Who needs to see a Physiotherapist?

If you have a prostate cancer diagnosis and are having surgery or radiotherapy as part of your treatment, Physio will help to provide a clear pathway to better quality of life during and after prostate cancer treatment.

Physiotherapy for Prostate Cancer services offered at Lift

  • Pre & post prostate surgery support

    Specialised prehabilitation and rehabilitation for prostate surgery, tailored to your unique needs.

  • Radiation therapy support

    Specialised support while you are recovering from radiation therapy for prostate cancer.

  • Pelvic floor exercises

    Combat urinary incontinence with targeted pelvic floor exercises. Strengthen your pelvic floor function before your prostate cancer treatment, and restore function following prostate cancer surgery and radiation therapy

  • Real-time ultrasound

    Non-invasive real-time ultrasound scanning and assessment of the male pelvic floor. Experience a cutting-edge approach to understanding and addressing your pelvic health. Real-time ultrasound is used over the abdomen to help assess pelvic floor function and bladder function.

  • Education & advice

    Throughout your prostate cancer journey, our team is committed to providing valuable education and advice. Stay informed and empowered every step of the way.

Making an appointment

To make an appointment please call Lift on (08) 7231 8000.

Fees

Initial Visit: $205

Subsequent Visit (long): $170

Subsequent Visit (short): $120

Rebates

A rebate of $58.30 from Medicare may apply. Alternatively, you may be able to claim through your private health insurer (under your extras cover).

Please ask the Lift staff for more details if you are unsure of what your out of pocket cost will be

 

Meet our Men’s Health Physiotherapist - Freya McMillan

Freya holds a Bachelor of Science Physiotherapy from Curtin University in Western Australia and has moved to Adelaide to follow her professional passion for oncology. Since graduating Freya has completed further study in Continence and Pelvic Health specialising in oncological pelvic health services.     

Through her extra studies, Freya became aware of the extensive benefit’s early assessment and intervention of pelvic health concerns can have on future outcomes and quality of life for patients post cancer treatments. 

Freya has also completed her PINC and STEEL Oncology certification as well as Macquarie University’s ALERT program to be an Accredited Lymphoedema Therapist. 

Freya also has experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates and persistent pain conditions specifically neck and low back pain. Freya is passionate about assisting patients to return to meaningful life activities and achieve their health related exercise and functional goals.