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Director of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Services

Michelle Larson, MPT is an important part of Tahoe Forest Cancer Center’s commitment to comprehensive care. Since illness and its treatment can make it difficult for you to maintain physical activity, Michelle and her team of therapists are on-hand to educate you about your exercise needs and help you understand how to keep your body strong.

Michelle received her bachelor of science degree from Washington State University. She then received her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Chapman University/Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. In 2001 Michelle obtained her certification as a Lymphedema Therapist from the Vodder School and the Lymphology Association of North America (CLT-LANA). Recently, she became a Clinical Exercise Specialist with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). She is currently pursuing a specialized certification in Cancer Exercise Training through ACSM, which she hope to receive fall 2010.

Heather received her bachelor of science degree in nutritional science at California State University, San Jose, and her master’s in clinical nutrition at Rush University in Chicago, Illinois.

Exercise for Energy

This FREE “Exercise for Energy” supportive care program is for current and recovering cancer patients. It offers patients guidance, support, and useful tools to return to and maintain health and wellness.

Truckee Exercise Classes are ongoing every Tuesday 11:00 am to 12:00 and Thursdays 10:30am-12:00pm

Located at The Tahoe Center for Health and Sports Performance at :
10710 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA 96161
Contact: 530-582-7415

Incline Exercise for Energy program is held in 6 week sessions throughout the year. See Cancer Center Website Calendar for dates. These classes are held on Wednesdays 12:30 to 2:30 pm and on Fridays
12:30-1:30 pm Located at IVCH Physical Therapy at:
333 Village Way
Incline Village, NV
Contact: 1-775-831-1964

The classes will incorporate strengthening, stretching, breathing, balance, cardio, and wellness. All classes are taught by physical therapists, exercise specialists and /or certified instructors.

One hour educational classes occur weekly.  All classes are taught by expert clinical providers including a Registered Oncology Certified Dietician, Clinical Psychologist, Palliative Care Certified MD, Financial Counselor, Pharmacist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist.

Wellness Education Topics:

• Foods that fight cancer
• Trouble shooting GI problems
• Stress/ Biobehavioral Interventions
• Yoga classes
• Lymphedema Prevention
• Healthy Cooking Demonstrations

• Financial Guidance
• Palliative care
• Medication Information

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Contact (530) 582-7415, or mlarson@tfhd.com