ONE Bout
When I first started working in the field of exercise oncology, I (like most people) was skeptical. Honestly, I didn’t think exercise would be helpful for anyone who was undergoing cancer treatment. I didn’t even think they would be well enough to [...]
In remembrance…
June 24, 1998 - The day I met my husband. March 16, 2006 – The day my oldest child was born. September 25, 2007 – The day my grandfather died. June 16, 2011 – The day Maple Tree was born. There are [...]
Tips for Picky Eaters
Picky Eaters get a bad rap. I’m speaking from experience. Not only have I given birth to several picky eaters, I just so happen to be one, myself! I’m pretty sensitive to food textures. I don’t like a lot of spices on [...]
Where Should You Begin??
My friend was just diagnosed with cancer. She lives out of state – not near any place where Maple Tree has a hospital partnership. She is terrified. She wants to do everything right, but has no idea where to begin. Soon after [...]
Research Summary: The Role of Exercise in Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
For several years, Dr. Wonders has extensively investigated the effects of exercise on chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy and cancer treatment related pain. This blog post summarizes the results of multiple investigations conducted by our lab. Citations of these publications are at the [...]
Christine’s Story: a MUST read!
Last week, I wrote about New Year’s resolutions and how this year has vastly varied from what I had pictured or planned. Anyone else? I have a feeling that none of us were really prepared for this season of quarantine, unrest and [...]