Big things are ahead, and we couldn’t be more excited! Ribbons Physical Therapy is proud to become part of Ballad Health’s oncology rehabilitation services, expanding our ability to provide specialized care to even…
Special Newsletter: About Ribbons and Cancer Awareness Empowering Patients to Live Life to the Fullest!℠ About UsRibbons Physical Therapy is the only outpatient rehabilitation clinic in the East Tennessee region…
You already know we began the mission of Ribbons PT to be a space where cancer and lymphedema patients who struggle with body image issues can feel safe and comfortable…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Each year in the United States, about 264,000 women get breast cancer and 42,000 women die from the disease. Men also get breast cancer,…
Finally, a very effective way to address CIPN deficits in active and post-treatment chemo patients. Fortunately, the solution is available right now!! While Ribbons PT is known for unparalleled lymphedema…
March is Lymphedema Awareness Month Lymphedema is a chronic condition that often manifests as an abnormal buildup of fluid, most commonly in the arms or legs. This swelling may be…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Breast Cancer-Associated Lymphedema INCIDENCE AND RISK FACTORS Breast cancer and its therapies are one of the most common causes of upper extremity lymphedema. In…
Ribbons Physical Therapy Launches Programs to Manage Cognitive Effects Resulting from Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy Radiation induced Cognitive Decline (RICD) RICD is described as deficits with memory, attention, executive function,…
March is Lymphedema Awareness Month We want to help your patients dealing with chronic lymphedema whether it is related to a cancer diagnosis, a defect in the lymphatic sys-tem, or…
In honor of NO SHAVE NOVEMBER, let’s talk about PROSTATE CANCER Physical activity/exercise has been shown to decrease central adipose deposition, decrease circulating levels of inflammation, insulin and unfavorable hormones…