Breast Cancer Survivorship: UCSF Lymphedema Education and Prevention Program
The Faculty of the UCSF/SFSU Graduate Program in Physical Therapy and UCSF Physical Therapy Faculty Practice provide guidance, education, and exercise training for patients at risk for developing lymphedema and other musculoskeletal impairments after treatment for breast cancer.
UCSF lymphedema and exercise videos and resources:
- Exercise video for patients who have completed the SABC exercise class (Password Protected)
- Arm Lymphedema Self Massage - video
- Managing Lymphedema After Breast Cancer - video
- Moving Through Cancer - exercise booklet
- Exercise counseling for UCSF patients with cancer
Additional information on lymphedema can be found here:
- UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
- The National Lymphedema Network
- The National Cancer Institute
- Sunflower Wellness - information on living through cancer with exercise and available classes
Laboratory Ergonomics

Wherever you work, it's important to understand the basics of ergonomics so that you can avoid the risk of repetitive motion injuries. You can minimize the risk by maintaining good posture and positioning, optimizing your work station set-up, and incorporating mini-breaks and task rotation. This video includes recommendations for:
- Working at a computer
- Pipetting
- Working at a microscope
- Working at a hood
Click here to watch the video!
Special Events
Physical Therapy Perspective Series:
Pelvic Health Beyond Kegels
Tuesday, August 10, 2021
7:00 - 8:30 pm PT, Live Streamed