Chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) can make it difficult to perform many daily activities. This video demonstrates various exercises to improve flexibility and strength, as well as some adaptive devices that can make it easier to do routine daily activities by yourself. Download the speaker slides for printed instructions and illustrations of the exercises and devices demonstrated in the video.

Cancer-related fatigue can be managed, and endurance can be rebuilt. Learn about strategies to conserve energy; adaptive equipment that can help with energy conservation; and improving stamina and strength through exercises that patients can perform at home. Also learn to identify when it is appropriate to seek help from a physical or occupational therapist.

Graft-versus-host-disease (GVHD) can cause physical problems that interfere with a person's ability to manage daily tasks. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) physicians, also known as physiatrists, can diagnose why a person is experiencing pain or decreased physical functioning and direct them to the correct specialist to address these problems.

Ovarian failure, estrogen deficiency, decreased sex drive, infertility and vaginal graft-versus-host disease are a concern for many women after a stem cell transplant. This presentation discusses what causes these problems and treatment options, particularly for women with vaginal graft-versus-host disease (GVHD).

Occupational therapists can help transplant recipients manage their fatigue, and redesign their lifestyle to improve quality of life, while recovering transplant and side effects such as graft-versus-host disease (GVHD).