The old adage of drinking 8 cups of water a day is mostly a myth. What you need is liquid. Go shopping with Dr. Waltke and learn what constitues a "liquid" and how to know if you are getting enough! AND... hang around for some classic Recovery Room outtakes! :)

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!

Research shows prolonged sitting leads to many diseases, physical problems and can even cause early death. So if you're less active due to cancer treatment, follow Dr. Waltke's "30 every 30 Rule" to maximize your health and life!

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.

Every cancer survivor has a story; YOU have a story! No matter what stage of your journey, there is always room for motivation and growth. Happy endings don't happen by accident, it is NEVER too late to enhance your story!

The wall push up is a great exercise for many reasons... it condenses multiple muscle groups into one exercise and can be done pretty much anywhere, perfect for cancer patients and survivors. Learn the wall push up in this episode of The Recovery Room!

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.

Breast cancer survivors, if you've had lymph nodes removed from your underarm, do you need to wear a sleeve when you fly to prevent lymphedema?

In this video, cancer physical therapy expert Dr. Leslie Waltke breaks down how to get started and stay on an exercise program.