Confused by breast cancer terminology? Explore the different types and subtypes of breast cancer, understand pathology, hormone receptor status, HER2 and staging, and learn what these mean for diagnosis and treatment.
Discover practical tips for wearing, washing and caring for compression garments, helping you stay comfortable while getting the most from your compression therapy.
Understand lower limb lymphoedema after gynaecological cancer treatment, including why it occurs, common symptoms, and how rehabilitation can help.
September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month. Learn about gynaecological cancers, treatment effects and how rehabilitation can support recovery.
Ready to get moving but not sure where to begin? Explore simple, practical strategies for starting exercise and building a routine you can maintain, with expert guidance from the physiotherapy team at Hunter Rehab Hub.
Which diet is best for lipoedema? Learn about what the research says about Mediterranean, low-carb, ketogenic and anti-inflammatory eating patterns.
Discover the role of nutrition in lipoedema management, including current research, common myths and practical tips to support long-term wellbeing.
Learn about cancer rehabilitation, its benefits and the different stages of care, including prehabilitation, treatment, recovery and long-term survivorship.
What is breast cancer? Learn the signs and symptoms, risk factors and how breast cancer is diagnosed in Part 1 of our educational series.
Learn about cellulitis, why it’s more common in people living with lymphoedema, how to recognise the early signs, when to seek treatment, and practical ways to reduce your risk.
World Head and Neck Cancer Day highlights the importance of early detection and increased community awareness. Learn about symptoms, treatment, and rehabilitative support available at Hunter Rehab Hub.
Experiencing numbness, tingling or burning pain after chemotherapy? Learn about CIPN symptoms, management strategies and how cancer rehabilitation can improve function and quality of life.
Learn about what sarcoma is, common symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options, and how Sarcoma Awareness Day helps raise awareness of this rare cancer.
A practical guide to radiation therapy for breast cancer, covering treatment, side effects, shoulder movement, lymphoedema, exercise and recovery.
Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) is the gold standard treatment for lymphoedema and lipoedema management. Understand the key components of treatment and how this comprehensive approach supports effective long-term management.
Explore the relationship between lipoedema and POTS, including shared symptoms, underlying mechanisms such as connective tissue changes and vascular dysfunction, and current approaches to management.
Lipoedema often coexists with other conditions like hypermobility, venous disease, and lymphatic dysfunction. Learn how these conditions interact, affecting symptoms and appropriate treatment.
Lipoedema FAQs: Learn the answers to commonly asked questions from patients and community members about lipoedema
Learn about how menopause and HRT can influence lipoedema symptoms plus guidance for personalised care.
Learn about Sequential Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (SIPC) and how it can help in the management lymphoedema, lipoedema, and chronic wounds.
Explore why compression garments are so important in the management of lipoedema, the different types of compression available, and how to find the right garment for your needs.
Learn more about the role of surgery in lipoedema management, including benefits, limitations, recovery considerations, and expected outcomes.
Discover how lipoedema is managed, based on current best-practice guidelines, from in-clinic treatment approaches to everyday care strategies that support your wellbeing.
Learn how bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS) and the SOZO digital health platform provide objective insights into fluid status and body composition, helping guide early intervention and effective management.
Wondering if you might have lipoedema? This guide explains how lipoedema is diagnosed, what trained clinicians look for, and when to seek support.
Lipoedema, lymphoedema, and obesity can all affect body shape and size but they are fundamentally different conditions. They are frequently confused, both by patients and healthcare professionals, which can lead to delayed or incorrect diagnosis and management.
June is Lipoedema Awareness Month, an opportunity to help increase the awareness and understanding of this commonly under-recognised and misdiagnosed condition. Explore the key features of lipoedema, the current understanding around its causes and progression, as well as an overview of staging and management options.
Raising awareness for World Blood Cancer Day: learn about blood cancer symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, stem cell donation, and rehabilitation support.
Looking for DVA physiotherapy services in Newcastle? Hunter Rehab Hub’s Veteran Wellness Program is designed to help veterans improve their movement, strength, confidence, and overall wellbeing.
Explore EnableNSW compression garment funding options and how Hunter Rehab Hub assists patients through the application and fitting process.
Looking for a non-invasive treatment to support healing and pain relief? Learn how MLS laser therapy works to enhance circulation, reduce inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair as part of comprehensive rehabilitation care at Hunter Rehab Hub.
Each year on May 8th, the global community unites for World Ovarian Cancer Day—a powerful reminder that awareness, early recognition, and access to care can change lives.
Many people with persistent leg swelling are told it’s “nothing to worry about” or “it’s just fluid.” But ongoing swelling is not normal, and it rarely resolves on its own.
Individuals who have undergone mastectomy, breast-conserving surgery or reconstruction for treatment of breast cancer may choose to wear an external breast prosthesis to help restore comfort, confidence, and breast symmetry. However, the cost can be a barrier to their use.
Travelling with lymphoedema? Discover practical tips to stay comfortable, supported, and confident on your journey.
Learn about axillary web syndrome (AWS), also known as cording, including its causes after breast cancer surgery, common symptoms, and physiotherapy-based management strategies to improve arm movement and comfort.
Early intervention can dramatically change the course of both lymphoedema and lipoedema; limiting condition progression, improving quality of life, and preventing long-term complications.
Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a gentle, hands-on technique designed to support the body’s lymphatic system by enhancing the circulation of lymphatic fluid (lymph).
Learn what compression garments are, how they work, and their role in managing lymphoedema, lipoedema, and swelling. Explore different types, levels of compression, and key considerations for proper fit and effectiveness.
Finishing cancer treatment is often described as a milestone – but many people discover that the end of treatment is also the beginning of a new and sometimes unexpected chapter.
Choosing the right rehabilitation clinic or therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re managing complex conditions. With many clinics offering different services, appointments, and treatment styles, it can be hard to know what truly matters.
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