Cancer Care

Pilates for Cancer Care

Pilates is one of the few forms of exercise recommended by oncology specialists for those undergoing or recovering from cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

At Studio Australia Barcelona, we tailor personal cancer care programs with low-impact Pilates exercises designed to improve physical function, build and maintain muscle strength, and reduce fatigue during treatment.

We understand that not all conventional doctors are familiar with holistic health practices and may be hesitant to recommend alternative treatments. Therefore, we are committed to working closely with your doctor to ensure your health and well-being are always prioritised.

Our collaborative approach ensures that your treatment plan is comprehensive and beneficial, combining the expertise of both conventional and holistic health practices to support your recovery and overall wellness.

Why Include Pilates in Your Treatment Plan?

Retain Strength, Flexibility, and Promote Healing

Staying active during cancer treatment is vital for preserving strength, flexibility, and overall resilience. One of the common side effects of chemotherapy and radiation is osteoporosis, leading to weakened bones and increased risk of fractures.

Incorporating weight-bearing exercises into your routine is key to combating this. Pilates, with its gentle resistance-based equipment, offers a safe and effective method for maintaining bone density, muscle tone, and joint mobility.

The controlled movements strengthen your core and help improve balance, flexibility, and posture, making Pilates an essential component of a comprehensive cancer care plan that supports your long-term recovery and wellness.

Promoting Recovery and Preventing Complications

Pilates is an invaluable tool for recovery after surgeries like mastectomies or lymph node removal. By focusing on keeping fascia and scar tissue supple, Pilates aids in restoring mobility and flexibility. Additionally, specific exercises support the lymphatic system, which is essential in reducing the risk of complications such as lymphedema.

Lymphedema Prevention and Management

To further support recovery, we recommend that clients incorporate post-surgical Pilates exercises alongside consultations with our lymphatic specialist.

This combined approach promotes lymphatic drainage, aids in healing, and equips clients with daily exercises that assist in preventing and managing lymphedema, ensuring optimal long-term recovery.

Coping with breast cancer

We are not able to cure cancer but we are able to give you relief and help you on your healing journey to survive cancer.

“My Reiki and Pilates sessions with Natalia were key in helping me cope and beat my breast cancer. The moment I walked in, I instinctively just knew that they had my back and would help me through it and they did!”
Anella

Post-Surgical Support for Mastectomies or Lymph Node Removal

Promoting Recovery and Preventing Complications

Pilates is an invaluable tool for recovery after surgeries like mastectomies or lymph node removal. By focusing on keeping fascia and scar tissue supple, Pilates aids in restoring mobility and flexibility. Additionally, specific exercises support the lymphatic system, which is essential in reducing the risk of complications such as lymphedema.

Lymphedema Prevention and Management

To further support recovery, we recommend that clients incorporate post-surgical Pilates exercises alongside consultations with our lymphatic specialist.

This combined approach promotes lymphatic drainage, aids in healing, and equips clients with daily exercises that assist in preventing and managing lymphedema, ensuring optimal long-term recovery.

Coping with breast cancer

We are not able to cure cancer but we are able to give you relief and help you on your healing journey to survive cancer.

“My Reiki and Pilates sessions with Natalia were key in helping me cope and beat my breast cancer. The moment I walked in, I instinctively just knew that they had my back and would help me through it and they did!”
Anella

YOUR PATH TO WELLBEING & HEALING

Contact us for your initial appointment

Every detail at Studio Australia Barcelona is focused on your wellbeing. Contact us for information about our tailored Pilates, rehabilitation and holistic health programs.

THE TEAM

Meet the dedicated team at Studio Australia Barcelona! Our experts specialize in holistic wellness services—from Pilates and physiotherapy to nutrition and mindfulness. Visit our team page to learn more about each member and how they can support your well-being journey.

MANDY KEILLOR

Founder, Transformational Specialist and Author at Studio Australia Barcelona

NATALIA LAING

Founder of Studio Australia Barcelona | Pilates Master | Trigger Point & Myofascial Release Specialist | Reiki Healer

ALINE TISATO

Holistic Physiotherapist | Acupuncturist | Shiatsu & Qi Gong Practitioner

ILONA CEPELAKOVA

Transformational Hypnotherapist | Somatic Coach | Certified by the National Guild of Hypnosis

SANTIAGO PINTO

Structural Integration Therapist | Certified in the Ida Rolf Method | Ashtanga Yoga Instructor

ESTEBAN GILARDI VACCARO

Shiatsu Therapist | Tai Chi and Chi Kung Teacher | Thoracic Release Massage Specialist

ESTHER JONES

HypnoBirthing Specialist | Author of The Calm Dad's Guide to Birth | Mindfulness Practitioner | Founder of Parenting from Within | Podcast Host of The Unschool Space

AMANDA SPRING

Colon Hydrotherapy Specialist | Natural Therapist | Nutritional & Cleansing Coach

Daniel da Silva Lima

Naturopath, Iridologist, and Expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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