CancerRehabilitation
About Cancer Rehabilitation
Cancer is a disease whereby the body’s cells grow abnormally and spread to other parts of the body.
Cancer cells form when DNA abnormalities cause a gene to behave differently from how it should. Instead of replacing themselves normally, cells replace in a disorganised manner. They can grow into the surrounding tissue, spread through the bloodstream, lymph system and eventually throughout the body.
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world, but today, there are advances in technology and treatment.
- Unexplained weight loss
- Unexplained pain
- Change in bowel habits
- Unusual or persistent bleeding
- Skin changes and unusual lumps
- Persistent coughs
- Difficulties in swallowing
These factors are widely known to increase the risk of cancer:
- Hereditary factors
- Age
- Excessive alcohol
- Smoking
- Exposure to Ultraviolet rays
Patient Stories
Our Holistic Cancer Rehabilitation Services
Medical Care
- Medical assessment
- Nutritional assessment
Nursing Care
- Caregiver training
Rehabilitation Care
- Physiotherapy
- Exercises to work on walking, strength, balance, aerobic activity and flexibility to help in regaining functions
- Pain-relieving techniques
- Caregiver training and prescription of mobility aid upon discharge
- Mobility training devices such as the G-EO System, robotic exoskeleton, Balance Tutor may be used where required
- Occupational Therapy
- Retraining on Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)
- Allow patients to participate in their life roles, focusing on energy conservation and modification of task
- Sleep and fatigue management
- Upper limb lymphoedema treatment if applicable
- Prescription of suitable specialised equipment to maximise independence
- Home modification
- Caregiver training
- Speech Therapy
- Head and neck management
- Dysphagia management
- Speech and communication management
Dietetic Services
- Assess nutritional status
- Nutritional counselling and recommendation of dietary interventions
St Luke’s Community Clinic
- Regular medical consultations
- Nursing services
- Wound and stoma care
- Changing of feeding tube
- Changing of urinary catether
- Community Mental Wellness Clinic including psychologist clinic
- Primary care eye clinic
- Dental Clinic
Day Rehabilitation Centre
- Physiotherapy
- Exercises to work on walking, strength, balance, aerobic activity and flexibility to help in regaining functions
- Pain-relieving techniques
- Caregiver training and prescription of mobility aid upon discharge
- Mobility training devices such as the G-EO System, robotic exoskeleton, Balance Tutor may be used where required
- Occupational Therapy
- Retraining on Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)
- Allow patients to participate in their life roles, focusing on energy conservation and modification of task
- Sleep and fatigue management
- Upper limb lymphoedema treatment if applicable
- Prescription of suitable specialised equipment to maximise independence
- Home modification
- Caregiver training
- Community integration to build up skills in navigating the community
- Speech Therapy
- Head and neck management
- Dysphagia management
- Speech and communication management
Home Care
For clients who are home-bound, our home care services bring healthcare to you, through Home Medical, Home Nursing and Home Therapy services.
Gym Tonic
St Luke’s Hospital is a provider of Gym Tonic, a strength-training programme which aims to help seniors extend their independence and functional years.
Western SilverCare (locally known as “Jin Jia Ho! Bagus!”)
A community frailty and screening programme initiated by St Luke’s Hospital which reaches out to residents staying in Bukit Batok aged 60 and above to help them stay physically, mentally and socially healthy
Care Coordination Services
Work with patients and their loved ones on care plan and coordination of services
Medical Social Work Services
- Psychosocial care to our patients and their families
- Education and counselling for psychosocial and emotional issues
- Application of financial assistance schemes
- Linkages to community support services
Pastoral Care Services
Provide a comforting presence and emotional support for patients and their families
Admissions & Appointments
Inpatient admissions: contact referral@stluke.org.sg or 6895 3290
St Luke’s Community Clinic: contact outpatientclinic@stluke.org.sg or 6895 3230
Day Rehabilitation Centre: contact drc@stluke.org.sg or 6895 3205
Home care: contact hcs@stluke.org.sg or 6895 3204
