Recover, Rebuild & Thrive with Cancer Rehab Physiotherapy
Physio Pilates has supported many women & men during their Cancer treatment & beyond.
We are certified PINC (Women’s) & STEEL (Men’s) Cancer Rehabilitation providers. We also run funded Targeted Cancer Rehab Classes. Cancer Rehab aims to help regain physical strength, improve body confidence & get you back into doing the things you enjoy for quality of life.
What is Cancer Rehab?
It is individualised, patient-centered care designed to help combat your cancer treatment side effects & to improve quality of life. Shift your focus on illness to wellness and find support to help you get back into the things you enjoy to do.
Specifically Cancer Rehabilitation aims to help with:
physical and functional recovery from cancer treatment,
ease pain and muscular tension,
regaining strength and mobility,
reclaim body confidence and control,
fatigue management
scar management
lymphoedema management
scar adhesions, cording and tissue tightness post operatively
ongoing musculoskeletal pain & muscle weakness
continence care
Is there funding available?
Yes there is some funding available. Breast Cancer Foundation fund Physio sessions. Click here to apply for Breast Cancer funding. PINC & STEEL Foundation have funding available for various other types of cancers including bowel, prostate.
Targeted cancer rehabilitation classes
Looking to get back into exercise after cancer? We provide fully funded exercise groups for cancer patients. Led by a Cancer Rehab Physio, it is aimed at gently introducing you to exercise during or after your treatment. Open to anyone recovering from Cancer, no matter how long since your diagnosis. Feel supported, feel stronger & feel in control of your recovery.
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Frequently asked questions
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Cancer rehab is individualised physio care that targets treatment side-effects and helps you return to daily life with more strength, mobility and confidence. We use gentle, evidence-based exercise, hands-on treatment and education to ease pain/tension, manage fatigue, support lymphoedema, and improve function so you can get back to the things you enjoy.
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Your Cancer Rehab Physio will take a detailed history, screen for red flags, and assess posture, mobility, strength, scars/cording, swelling and fatigue. Together we’ll set goals and start a gentle plan—typically a mix of home exercises, breath/postural work, and hands-on treatment where appropriate.
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ACC generally doesn’t cover cancer-related conditions. However, charitable funding is often available: the Breast Cancer Foundation funds physiotherapy for eligible clients, and PINC & STEEL Foundation supports a range of cancers (e.g., bowel, prostate). We can guide you through applications. Private payment and some health insurers may also contribute—check your policy.
No referral is required—book directly. We’ll liaise with your medical team if needed.
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Done right, it usually helps. Short, paced sessions with breath work and low-impact strength are proven to reduce cancer-related fatigue over time. We’ll start small, progress slowly, and prioritise your energy for what matters most.
New to Physio Pilates?
Here’s how it works
If you are suffering from an injury or niggle, then you can book either an Initial ACC, Private or Pilates Pre-Assessment here (no referrals necessary). This 45min consult will help us holistically assess your injuries, help us get a clear understanding of how it is impacting you and work alongside you to achieve your goals.