by Fiona Palmer | Sep 26, 2025 | Breast Cancer, Pelvic Floor Health, Pilates, Scar Tissue
When people think about “exercise”, they often picture, gyms, treadmills, or structured classes. These are all fabulous. But movement doesn’t have to be formal. It can be built into the small moments or everyday life– at home, at work, with family,...
by Fiona Palmer | Sep 20, 2025 | Breast Cancer, Scar Tissue
Hot tubs, saunas & a compromised lymphatic system: the good, the bad and the ugly. Why this matters: If your lymphatic system is compromised (after cancer treatment, surgery, infection or primary lymphoedema), heat can be a friend or a foe. A client of mine...
by Fiona Palmer | Aug 16, 2025 | Breast Cancer, Scar Tissue
Manual Lymphatic Drainage vs Machine-Based vs Medical Lymphatic Drainage: What's the Difference? When people talk about “lymphatic drainage” these days, they may be thinking of three quite different things: Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) performed by a...
by Fiona Palmer | Aug 12, 2025 | Breast Cancer, Pelvic Floor Health, Scar Tissue
When “You’re Not Chronic Enough” Isn’t the End: 6 Powerful Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider If you have ever been told by a healthcare professional that you do not qualify for treatment because your condition “isn’t bad...
by Fiona Palmer | Jul 1, 2025 | Breast Cancer, Scar Tissue
“Let’s Get Things Flowing: A Beginner’s Guide to Your Brilliant Lymphatic System” Welcome to the Great Lymphatic Adventure! Imagine stepping into a magical underground network — winding pathways, gentle streams, little checkpoints buzzing with activity. No, it’s not...
by Fiona Palmer | Jun 19, 2025 | Anatomy, Breast Cancer, Misc, Pilates, Scar Tissue
Steady on Your Feet: How Foot Care Supports Balance in Older Adults and Cancer Recovery Why Feet Matter More Than You Think As we age– or recover from serious illness like cancer– our relationship with the ground subtly shifts. Tasks like getting up from a chair,...
