Cording After Breast Cancer Surgery - How To Treat It At Home

Jessica is a licensed physical therapist and had a mastectomy after her breast cancer diagnosis four months ago. One of her side effects has included arm cording and axillary web syndrome. In today's video, Jessica explains what cording is, how it affects your lymph system and how to treat cording at home yourself.
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Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Please stop if you feel any pain or dizziness. You understand that physical activity can pose a risk and by watching this channel and these videos you assume all risk and release Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, from all liability.

[@christinepastrich1375]

Thank you for this video. I had a bilateral mastectomy 11 years ago and, while I never experienced cording I think you've done an incredible service to those of us who need information (even 11 years later!) about our bodies after surgery. You have become my "go to guru" because of your comforting and generous style of communication.

[@leek7987]

You are blessing so many people! When you give hope to someone, that is a remarkable gift. God bless you on your journey to total healing.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Thank you ❤️

[@thespooniemom8195]

Dx 10 years ago…. My cording redeveloped after 4 years of no symptoms. This is so timely for me. PT for breast cancer is a must! I am happy I discovered your channel to as Pilates has been the best mode of exercise post treatment.

[@drekka7823]

It was divine intervention that I found your video. I thought maybe I was thinking about this feeling in my armpit and that it wasn’t real. Thank you!

[@patsasbertels252]

Hi Jessica! I was diagnosed with breastcancer about 8 years ago and also had double mastectomy with removal of lymph nodes. Up till now, I think Iam quite fortunate not to have cording, although my left arm has always remained "thicker" than the right, but no hurts. I got the instruction to do some exercices similar to the ones you show us every now and then. I was told at that moment that it also works a bit preventative. What I never got explained that clearly however is the working of the lymphatic system. Wauw Jessica, thanks so much for making it so easily understandable. As the lady in the previous reaction, I think you are a blessing to many. And indeed, may God bless you and may He grant you complete healing and continue to use you in this way. Sending you all my love.

[@leahanthony9959]

Wow been searching for something like this for 2 years, have this in my left arm so going to give it a go thanks so much, all the best in your recovery 😊

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Glad it helped!

[@stephanieanderson7208]

This video is helpful. I'm 7 days post op bilateral mastectomy and this will help me get ahead of the game mentally (if cording happens)

[@lullaby7764]

You're so strong keep it up lady ❤❤❤❤

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Thank you!

[@MelissaMitchell-ui9xm]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m a 2 time breast cancer survivor and had a double mastectomy in January. Also facing a hysterectomy in July. Will be watching more of your videos as I prepare. Thank you!

[@ReginaHarper-nr3jb]

Thank you Jessica. Your information is extremely valuable. And I enjoy working out to your videos. Your patience and the way you connect to inspire makes the work out so enjoyable and most definitely rewarding. You are a gem!

[@suetrevena3702]

Thank you for your video and explanation. I have developed cording from my armpit to my elbow - though I have not had breast cancer. (I have since had a thermography to check my breasts). I had a breast reduction 45 yrs ago & I do have a lot of scar tissue in the breast on the cording side. My breast size increased a little recently prior to the cording starting - so perhaps that was it.

[@wendybaker8119]

Thank you. That is so helpful, and yes, a LOT of information and answers to questions I didn't know I needed answers to.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wendybaker8119]

@@JessicaValantPilates Very helpful. I laugh every time I do the Scoliosis workout when you extend left arm over head and tell us "Eventually this will start to feel good. I promise." It never has felt better and now I know why. Something else to add to my daily workout. You are such a role model for positive thinking and doing. Thank you.

[@triciaross5985]

Jessica, thank you so much for this information. 2 years ago I had a single mastectomy with no reconstruction. I had 4 lymph nodes removed, and one was positive for cancer. On top of all of that, when I was 15 I had a spinal cord injury and have Brown’s Sequard Syndrome. So I have some paralysis and spasticity on the left side, which is the same side I had the mastectomy. I’ve had a lot of pain and tightness in that arm for the last 2 years, which I think may be cording. I will try doing these exercises and massage and see if it helps. Thank you so much for the detailed video.

[@DianaChyrywaty-qd5uq]

Jessica you are an amazing healer, teacher, woman! Love to you! Thank you tremendously for helping so many of us. Sending healing vibes 🥰

[@jannier9766]

I had 5 nodes removed. My PT told me not to carry my purse or totes on the shoulder of that side. I had lots of cording. My surgeon taught my husband how to break them. They were from my arm pit to wrist and were large. He would massage and stretch the skin between his fingers and then gently flick them with his fingers and the would release. They eventually stopped forming. I thought of them as adhesions/scar tissue.

[@naefa]

Thanks so much for your wonderful explanation of how the lymphatic system works.❤

[@lornawaldron7174]

Thank you Jessica, that was really informative and helpful 🙏 You mentioned that you would add a link in the comments for the compression sleeve you bought, but I can't find it. Could you repost the link please? Many thanks and much love with your own healing too! Lorna ❤

[@JonniStephenson]

Thank you. I just had mine so I am about to try that now. I swollen on both sides and both under arms

[@Takamine65]

Thank you Jessica for your support. ❤

[@sarisaromsaithong9167]

This video is very helpful for me. Thank you so much. God blessed you.

[@maiani_da_silva]

Thanks!

[@dejesusvandever1198]

Thank you. Jessica . God bless you ❤🇺🇸🇨🇷👋

[@rosalindhb]

I have cording in my left chest peck. I had 12 lymph nodes removed. My arm only goes up to shoulder level. I have been going to physical therapy and acupuncture, cupping for two years. Nothing works. The worst pain and muscle spasms. I am quitting therapy next month. Not wasting anymore money. I just got a lymph massage machine. I will use that for swelling. But I am looking into more corrective surgery. Make sure you don't have your blood pressure or blood taken on the side lymph was removed.

[@jjcrazi]

If you’ve had lymph nodes removed that’s quite correct, no BPs, IV lines or bloods taken in that side.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

I wish you the best as you continue to walk this journey! I'm so sorry for what you've been through and thanks for being here.

[@sandymclean8935]

Another wonderful informative video. Thankyou

[@barbaravananddanaarmstrong7085]

Is cording effective for eliminating or reduce the forming of breast cysts? I am 61 years old, and I am prone to breast cysts. Luckily the 3 times that I have had this process, they have been just that, simple cysts, and I have been so relieved. When I have asked the doctors for ways to prevent breast cysts, their answer has only been to cut caffeine. I think movement/massage could be helpful. I would love to know your thoughts. Wishing you the best with your healing journey! Thank you, Barbara

[@dorothyparsons1515]

How soon should you start massage?

[@jeanieryan3209]

Thank you!!!

[@houston5568]

This was news to me; when I was about to go into surgery the doctor told me my sentinel was negative; at that time I know I did not have any removal of a lymph node; I had a double mastectomy but cancer only on one breast maybe at that time they may have removed the node but I did not ask; I have never had any swelling nor did I have any problems lifting my arms after surgery. I guess I was lucky; I also did not have reconstruction until 5 years after my breast surgery; I have been very lucky with that too, Have never had any problems with my implants they are now 13 years old as well as it's been 18 years since my breast surgery.

[@JessicaValantPilates]

Glad you are doing so well!

[@Amanda_downunder]

Wishing u the best ! You are helping a lot of people. I like videos by Dr John McDougall and @Peter Rogers MD .. in terms of general health. For food, I like raw plants only. 💟👌🙏