Helping patients recover from breast cancer treatment: a programme to prevent shoulder problems (PROSPER)
Who is this course for?
This course is for health professionals to learn to deliver the Prevention of Shoulder Problems (PROSPER) programme for patients who have undergone non-reconstructive surgery for breast cancer and are at risk of developing shoulder problems.
Overview of PROSPER programme
The PROSPER programme is an early exercise programme (starting at 7-10 days postoperatively). Patients attend three individual face-to-face appointments with a physiotherapist. Three additional flexible sessions via phone or in-person are provided over 12 months if needed.
How long does this course take?
Four weeks with a weekly time commitment of 1.5 to 2 hours.
How will this course benefit me?
This course will help you have a good understanding of the impact of breast cancer treatment on shoulder function and who is at risk for developing shoulder problems following non-reconstructive breast cancer surgery. It will equip you with the clinical skills required to deliver the PROSPER programme and how to implement the programme in your place of work. The course also gives you access to free downloadable PROSPER programme materials to use with your patients.
- Lead Educator: Cynthia Srikesavan
- Lead Educator: Esther Williamson