Head & Neck Cancer Rehab – Home Physiotherapy Package
Pre-surgery or post-surgery rehab for oral and head & neck cancers
- Home-based onco-physiotherapy focused on jaw, neck, and shoulder function
- Aims to improve breathing, swallowing, mobility, and quality of life
- Supports you before and after surgery and during treatments
Post-Operative Package (3-Week Program)
Frequency: 2–3 sessions per week
Overall Goals
- Maintain breathing efficiency
- Restore neck and shoulder mobility
- Prevent trismus and facial lymphedema
- Promote postural alignment and functional independence
- Support quality of life during ongoing treatments (e.g., radiation)
Week 1 – Gentle Mobilization & Healing Support
- Breathing exercises
- Gentle, pain-free shoulder and neck mobility exercises
- Jaw range of motion
- Education: postural awareness, head–neck positioning
- Wound care precautions and movement safety
Week 2 – Mobility Progression & Posture Correction
- Active and assisted range of motion for shoulder, neck, and jaw
- Postural correction and ergonomic advice
- Neck and shoulder strengthening
- Scar management and early myofascial release
Week 3 – Functional Strengthening & Self-Management
- Strengthening of shoulder girdle and neck musculature
- Aerobic training (as tolerated)
- Coordination and facial muscle control
- Guidance on self-massage techniques to reduce facial lymphedema
Supplementary Care Options
For grafts/flaps: customized rehab plans after surgical review; gentle mobilization and scar care
Post-stitch removal: gentle facial massage techniques to prevent facial lymphedema
Radiation therapy: maintain jaw and neck ROM and tissue care
Tracheostomy patients: chest clearance techniques, suctioning guidance, breathing retraining
Cervical drainage (MLD): for face, neck, and clavicular regions
Myofascial release: for neck stiffness or scar adhesions
TMJ Rehab: for jaw stiffness management and nerve re-education
Proprioception: Balance training especially with CN XI involvement
Weekly Follow-ups: post-program support based on individual progressive needs
Let's begin your healing journey.
Dedicated onco-physiotherapy home visits to support your strength and mobility. Our specialized team is here to guide your recovery with expert care tailored to your needs.