Shanon Esau graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Physiotherapy degree from the Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation in 2008. Starting her career working at the Grace Hospital in Winnipeg Manitoba for over a decade. She went on the work at Breast Health Centre as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist. She found her true passion working in the outpatient Lymphedema Clinic at Breast Health Centre in Winnipeg treating patients with Lymphedema and Axillary Web Syndrome due to breast cancer treatment.
Shannon has been involved as a guest lecturer at University of Manitoba Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation for Management of Acute and Chronic Edema and Bariatric Inpatient Care.
Shannon has taken postgraduate courses in Manual therapy, Acupuncture, Lymphedema Certification (Manual Lymphatic Drainage MLD & Complete Decongestive Therapy CDT), Axillary Web Syndrome/Cording, Breast Cancer Rehabilitation, Strength After Breast Cancer and custom garment fitter.
Using her clinical knowledge and hands on treatment in both acute and chronic lymphedema, Shannon is able to manage patients that are going through or have been through breast cancer treatment. Her primary focus is to help patients manage lymphedema in the arm or breast with the use complete decongestive therapy (CDT) which includes manual lymphatic drainage, compressive bandaging, education, self care management/exercise and garment fitting. She also helps patients increase shoulder and arm mobility post radiation therapy and breast cancer surgery such as mastectomy, lumpectomy and reconstruction. She is also able to assess and treat other pain related shoulder/arm restrictions due to axillary web syndrome/cording with specific techniques and exercises. Other, pain, weakness, and movement restrictions due to breast cancer treatment can be addressed through strengthening, posture retaining, and specific scar work related to surgery and radiation. Shannon provides a personalized exercise program and ongoing risk reduction education along with custom garment fitting as needed. When Shannon has free time she is playing tennis, biking or enjoying the beauty of Manitoba with her 3 kids and husband.
Tara has worked at the Unexpected Gift for over 10 years. A breast cancer survivor herself, she is determined to help people diagnosed with cancer see the hope in recovery.
She is a certified breast form and bra fitter with 10 years of experience fitting women with forms to provide confidence and well-being.
Tara has over 10 years of experience in helping women with hair loss. Whether the hair loss is due to treatment, Alopecia, or just life, Tara can assess and suggest the right option for you. There are several options available for managing hair loss. When looking for a solution, Tara likes to educate you on the options, including wig fibres (synthetic or human hair), cap style, and the benefits of the various ways wigs are manufactured. Tara will walk you through the options and let you decide on the best solution for you.
