Oncology Rehabilitation Program

Recovery Program for Cancer Patients & Survivors

Jupiter Medical Center’s Oncology Rehabilitation program was designed to meet the unique rehabilitative needs and interests of cancer patients and survivors. The Oncology Rehabilitation Program integrates a variety of therapeutic techniques under the direct supervision of licensed physical, occupational and speech therapists, a dietician, oncology counselor, massage therapist, exercise specialists and oncology nurses.

How Cancer Patients Can Benefit

Our caring and skilled professional staff will work with patients to return them to their highest level of function and independence, while improving their physical, emotional and social well-being. Overall, by actively boosting their fitness level, cancer patients and survivors are better able to conquer the challenges of the disease and its potential long term effects.

Program Benefits:

• Decreases anxiety and depression
• Enhances self-image and sense of control
• Improves endurance
• Increases muscular strength
• Reduces fatigue and increases energy levels
• Reduces pain
• Helps patients manage treatment side effects
• Improves tolerance to chemotherapy
• Shortens recovery time after surgery and treatment
• Strengthens immune system and decreases risk of infection
• Improves quality of life

All aspects of rehabilitation are coordinated with the approval and guidance of the patient’s physician. A physician referral is required for enrollment. Jupiter Medical Center’s Oncology Rehabilitation Program is covered by Medicare and most insurance plans.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 561-263-5775