Yesterday I had the first of 15 radiotherapy sessions to the right breast, SCF and IMN. Since surgery 5 months ago and through chemo I have concentrated on exercising my right arm to get a full range of movement and strength. So, for the 15 or so minutes of lying on the RT bed with arms overhead clinging onto those handles, my right arm was very comfortable. I was amazed, though, at how sore and uncomfortable my left arm felt. I almost felt like giving it a shake mid treatment!
A lesson to share… if you have RT coming up make sure both arms are ready for the treatment. As for me, extra stretches today and for the next few weeks.
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