Steel Rehabilitaion Programme for Cancer
Steel Programme is an individualised exercise programme for men in all stages of cancer. It follows on from the highly successful Pinc Programme which has been running since 2008.
Karen Carmichael is the first certified Steel Pilates Physiotherapist in the Waikato Region and enjoys being able to offer this programme.
Exercise has been shown in numerous studies to provide benefits for people suffering from cancer, it can help with remission times, rehabilitation from surgery and managing fatigue levels, it is also important for a general sense of well being and confidence.
The Steel programme is an individually tailored programme, commencing with an inital 1 hour assessment and treatment session. Sessions are tailored to the individuals needs.
Men can apply for funding for the sessions from the pinc and steel trust.