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Hi Reader,

I could have picked dozens of exercises for breast cancer recovery, but these are the five I continue to come back to years after my own treatment—and the same ones I recommend most often to my patients.

After breast cancer surgery or reconstruction, it's common for some muscles to become tight while others weaken. Over time, this can contribute to:

• Reduced shoulder movement
• Changes in posture
• Pain in the shoulder, neck, or mid-back

5 exercises I keep coming back to

These five exercises help restore movement, open up the chest, and rebuild the strength that supports healthy shoulder function and posture.

In my newest YouTube video, I demonstrate each exercise and share tips on how to modify them depending on where you are in your recovery.

If you’re already doing strength training, these exercises make great warm-ups.
If you’re easing back into movement, they can work as a simple daily routine.

A quick note on timing: These exercises are typically appropriate once you’ve been cleared by your surgical team, often around 4–6 weeks after surgery. Your timeline may be different depending on your surgery and recovery.

Dr. Erica đź’ś

Breast Cancer Thriver & Chiropractor

P.S. For extra guidance in your recovery, check out my rehab guides and Thriver Strength program HERE​

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From managing the side effects of treatment to rebuilding strength and thriving in survivorship, join me on this journey as we heal together. - Dr. Erica, Breast Cancer Thriver & Chiropractor

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