Thrive Oncology Fitness Program
Get past just surviving cancer – start thriving!
Thrive Oncology Fitness Program is a structured program to improve a person’s functional strength and exercise ability during and following the course of their cancer treatments, and beyond into survivorship.
A physical therapist will perform an initial assessment to determine any weakness in daily activities, balance or walking stability issues, as well as measure the patient’s exercise ability, and develop a program. Specially trained exercise personnel will carry out structured exercise with the participant for up to 12 sessions, or as determined by your care team.
Thrive Oncology Fitness Program Goals:
- Ensure the participant is independent and safe with all mobility needs
- Teach proper exercise techniques
- Improve stamina
- Develop a custom exercise program that the participant can continue with upon completion of their treatment.
Following the completion of the program, further recommendations may be made for individual participant needs, provide education regarding the LIVESTRONG™ program offered through the YMCA, or a home exercise program.
Who Should Participate:
Thrive Oncology Fitness Program is open to anyone with a cancer diagnosis from pre-to post-treatment, and those that are in survivorship. Physician referral is required.
Plus, all Thrive participants receive a free, 10-week membership with the YMCA. There are two YMCA locations that participants can use:
- 7th Ave SE, YMCA
- Marion, YMCA
Participants can attend any group exercise class free of charge. Please check with your local YMCA for class times and location.
To learn more about the Thrive Oncology Fitness program, call Nichole Plagge, PT, at (319) 398-6915, or email nplagge@mercycare.org.
