Rehabilitation Specialist – Cancer Rehab
Marissa Prezzano is a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) and Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) specializing in cancer rehabilitation. Marissa earned her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from the University of New England and her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She obtained her CLT from the Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy.
She has a passion for treating cancer survivors across the recovery spectrum addressing side effects including, but not limited to: Lymphedema, radiation fibrosis, axillary-web syndrome, and general musculoskeletal impairments including strength and flexibility. Marissa is also a certified instructor for the Strength After Breast Cancer Program, which is an evidence-based exercise program designed to increase strength, flexibility, and aerobic capacity for breast cancer survivors.
With over a decade of experience, Marissa has the expertise and motivation to help her patients reclaim their physical function, independence with meaningful activities, and quality of life as they move throughout their cancer journey.