ProceduresAll of the procedures eva

Procedures
All of the procedures evaluated in this study were standard
clinical practice at the comprehensive cancer center. Standard
clinical practice involves a patient evaluation by a physical
therapist prior to surgery. The assessment consists of a
brief evaluation of active range of motion of the shoulder,
cervical, and lumbar spine; strength of the upper extremities;
posture; and ability to isometrically contract the abdominal
muscles. Information about correct body positioning, lifting
and movement restrictions, activity progression, postural
and pelvic stabilization, and leg exercises, as well as back
care, was reviewed by the physical therapist. A regimen of
two exercises to restore posture, two to prevent or reduce lower
back pain, and one to regain abdominal strength was created
by the physical therapist. Combined, the regimen should have
taken patients 10–15 minutes per day to complete.