http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_035.htm Westbury Total Health Care is a multidisciplinary rehabilitation practice specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Lymphedema Treatment , Physical Therapy, Chiropractic and much more. Under the Coordination of Dr. Kwan Jakobsen, Dr. Gabriela Jano and Dr. Ira Fisher there is over 30 years experience. Our facility specializes in Complex Lymphedema Therapy. The Lymphedema treatment which our office provides involves decongestive manual lymphatic drainage followed by multilayered short stretch compression strapping of either the upper or lower extremities that is worn 24/7. The patient remains in the bandages until the next treatment session. Total patient’s treatment time is in the vicinity of 90 to 120 minutes per day, treatment is optimal at five days per week. The patient will remain in compression bandages while active care of manual lymphatic drainage is being performed, once the extremity stabilizes and no further progression is anticipated then the patient is fitted for a compression garment, such as a sleeve/glove, stocking, thigh or knee high. Specialized Breast Cancer Program. Physical Therapy Programs for all kinds of vestibular disorders. Chiropractic services specializing in sports injuries. Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:49:49 GMT Web Easy by Avanquest Software http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_035.htm http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/images/lymphedema035p00.gif Physical therapy is a health care specialty involved with evaluating, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The ultimate goal of physical therapy is to restore maximal functional independence to each individual patient. To achieve this goal, physical modalities such as exercise, heat, cold, electric stimulation, and massage are utilized. Make sure that you receive physical therapy from a licensed physical therapist. Physical therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants are professional health care providers who are licensed by the state in which they practice. lymphedema_035.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:49:49 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm#1 Who can benefit from Physical Therapy? Physical therapy can help people with both acute and chronic conditions and can help people of all ages. People of all health and fitness levels are candidates for physical therapy depending on your injury. Physical therapy is not just for individuals who have had a specific injury or surgery. Some of our patients suffer from chronic aches and pains without ever having had a specific injury. Contact our office for more information to see if you are candidate for physical therapy or Chiropractic treatment at Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:49:49 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm#2 lymphedema_037.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:49:49 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_037.htm#3 What is involved in the Physical Therapy process? If you decide to become a patient at Westbury Total Health Care , we will assist you in every way possible on your road to recovery. After scheduling you initial evaluation, the patient will be required to fill out all necessary paperwork prior to treatment. During the evaluation your history of the symptoms and functional limitations are discussed, followed by a thorough physical examination of the injured site. This assessment includes analysis of strength, flexibility, joint mobility, range of motion, posture, and body mechanics of the involved side compared to the non-involved side to determine the proper course of treatment. We then develop a manual treatment program that addresses all of these specific findings in addition to a stretching, and strengthening program to be completed during your visit. A customized Home Exercise Program is also developed and given to the patient to perform when he/she is not in PT. Your Appointment Your first visit should include an evaluation by the one of our board certified physicians and then a physical therapist. Our Staff will perform an examination to identify current and potential problems. Based on the results of the examination, and considering your specific goals, we will design a plan of care to include specific interventions and will propose a timetable to achieve these goals and optimize your function. Your physical therapist will likely provide you with instructions to perform exercises at home to facilitate your recovery. You should feel comfortable asking your physical therapist any questions regarding your course of care, including specifics regarding interventions and expectations. What to Wear For your physical therapy visit, you want to wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing that allows you to move. Wear clothing that allows us to gain access to the injured part so that we can properly examine your injury. lymphedema_035.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:49:49 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm#4 When all of our treatment goals have been achieved, we will create a comprehensive home exercise program tailored to your specific needs, activities and lifestyle so that you may return to optimal function and keep yourself in good health. Copays can be paid each visit or at the end of each week. Westbury Total Health Care’s soul purpose is to provide exceptional, progressive and cost-effective orthopedic rehabilitation through personalized care that emphasizes patient education and prevention of future injury. Common conditions that our highly trained physical therapists treat are found below: lymphedema_035.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:49:49 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm#5 lymphedema_035.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:49:49 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm#6 lymphedema_035.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:49:49 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm#7