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PREOPERATIVE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: A FEASIBILITY MODEL FOR BREAST CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
By: Stephanie Rexing, OTD, OTR/L, CLT
Abstract: Breast cancer survivors frequently experience persistent, treatment-related impairments that limit daily functioning and quality of life, with breast cancer-related lymphedema being one of the most disabling. This paper explores the role of preoperative occupational therapy in a proactive, client-centered program designed to address functional, psychosocial, and educational needs before surgery to reduce the overall risk of developing lymphedema later in life. Additionally, the paper identifies barriers to implementation and outlines advocacy priorities for systems-level adoption of preoperative programs.
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Sara Kate Frye, OTD, MS, OTR/L, ATP Chair, AOTA Rehabilitation and Disability Special Interest Section
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Rich, T. L., Cristan, K. G., Marth, L., & Ackland, P. E. (2026). Pain neuroscience education for postamputation pain and functioning: Testing Embedded Education in a mobile app for occupational therapy pain treatment. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 80(3), 8003185070. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2026.051449 or Infographic
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