Ewing sarcoma Support Programs and Services

Any surgery requires proper rehabilitation of the patient. The more extensive and more complicated the operation, the usually longer the rehabilitation period. The main goal of rehabilitation is a quick return to normal life. Postoperative rehabilitation is an important part of surgical treatment.

Often, as a treatment for Ewing’s sarcoma, specialists resort to surgery. Doctors at the Israeli Tel Aviv Medical Clinic understand that parents and children can be depressed. In this case, our qualified specialists will help restore moral strength and support the child in this difficult period.

The need for rehabilitation

All patients need recovery after surgery. Some recover a week after surgery, while others may take a whole year to fully recover. Patients who have undergone surgery are provided with muscle strengthening and restoration of normal motor activity. The duration and characteristics of rehabilitation depend on various factors:

• Complexity of surgery;
• General health of the patient;
• Patient age;
• Presence or absence of complications;
• Type of operation (cavity, laparoscopic, laser, etc.);
• How extensive the intervention is.

Proper rehabilitation is necessary to saturate tissues with oxygen and strengthen muscle tone. In addition, rehabilitation is necessary to minimize the risks of thrombosis and pneumonia. Our specialists understand the various symptoms and possible side effects of treatment, including the social and psychological aspects of treatment and recovery. We offer a wide range of support programs that help children, family members and caregivers cope with a number of life problems during and after treatment.

Since cancer can affect children in different ways, we have a team of specialists who deal with the psychological and social needs of your child. These specialists offer assistance to our patients and their family members when dealing with a cancer diagnosis, supporting our therapeutic teams. Our psychological care team includes:

• Social workers;
• Specialists in child life;
• Teachers;
• Priests;
• Managers and support staff;
• Nurses;
• Physiotherapists and therapists;
• Nutrition experts;
• Psychiatrists;
• Specialists of integrative medicine;
• Patient Service Coordinators;
• Patient representatives.

In addition to our work with other groups in the clinic, we also enlist the support of external agencies, programs and organizations to meet the needs of our families.