We are constantly bombarded with images of unrealistic, air brushed, manufactured beauty...So then... what and who defines "beautiful?" Join cancer physical therapy specialist Leslie Waltke, in this episode on beauty in her Vitamin L series.

Welcome to The Recovery Room's "Vitamin L" Series, where Cancer Physical Therapist Dr. Leslie Waltke shares her lessons learned and motivation for people affected by cancer.

Welcome to The Recovery Room's "Vitamin L" Series, where Cancer Physical Therapist Dr. Leslie Waltke shares her lessons learned and motivation for people affected by cancer.

Does massage spread cancer? If you have cancer is it ok to have a massage? Join cancer physical therapy expert Dr. Leslie J. Waltke in The Recovery Room to learn the answers!

Do you have neuropathy from chemotherapy? What impact does exercise have on neuropathy?

How can cancer prevalence go up if cancer incidence is going down? Join Dr. Leslie Waltke in The Recovery Room to learn how changes in our population and advances in cancer care are impacting the number of cancer survivors in the US and across the planet!

A new cancer diagnosis often comes with discussion involving lymph nodes. Enter The Recovery Room classroom with Dr. Leslie Waltke to learn what lymph nodes are, what they do and why they are so important.

Scar tissue and fibrosis from cancer surgery and radiation are common causes of pain and limited mobility. Join Dr. Leslie Waltke in this episode of The Recovery Room to learn more about why it hurts and what to do about it!

Cancer related fatigue is helped by a combination of rest and exercise. Enter The Recovery Room to find out what the 2 criteria are you should meet to take a guilt free nap.

Aromatase inhibitors (AIs) are known to cause muscle and joint pain. Learn more about how to decrease this pain with Leslie J. Waltke, cancer physical therapy specialist!

Cancer patients and survivors that lift weights live healthier and longer lives. Enter The Recovery Room to learn the basics of a good cancer weight lifting prescription!

Stretching after chest or breast cancer surgery and reconstruction (especially with radiation) is incredibly important to regain full mobility and comfort. Learn here with this demo one of the most important cancer stretches of all for the chest and shoulder.