http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_037.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 17:50:09 GMT Web Easy by Avanquest Software http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_037.htm http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/images/lymphedema037p00.gif Complex lymphedema therapy (CLT) or Complex decongestion physiotherapy (CDP), is a noninvasive treatment used as a rehabilitative intervention for upper and lower extremity lymphedema. Treatment is provided in our office and consists of the following: Meticulous skin and nail care – Cleansing, lubrication, debriding and administration of antimicrobial therapy. Manual lymphatic drainage – Lymphedema therapy reduces and controls the amount of swelling in the affected limb, as well as restoring its function. The objective of this method is to redirect and enhance the flow of lymph through unharmed cutaneous lymphatics. Initial gentle massage technique or the (Vodder Method) is intended to redirect lymph and edema fluid towards adjacent functioning lymph nodes. Compression therapy with bandaging and compression garments – For the prevention of any reaccumulation of excavated edema fluid and the ultrafiltration of additional fluid into the interstitial space. Lymphedema exercises - In order to enhance lymphatic flow from peripheral to central drainage components, exercises are aimed at augmenting muscular contraction, enhancing joint mobility, strengthening the limb and reducing the muscle atrophy that frequently occurs secondary to lymphedema. Patient instruction for continuous ongoing self management: - The patient maintains and optimizes the results by applying the techniques learned as well as by wearing a garment/sleeve during the day or bandaging the affected limb overnight and exercising for 15minutes per day while wearing the bandages. This is continued until swelling resolves. http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_037.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:50:09 GMT Westbury Total Health Care http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_037.htm#1 As a recent Breast Cancer Survivor you have just completed or are in the process of completing a stressful journey both physically and emotionally. You need to regain your strength back to health, so that you may regain control of your life. The current reconstructive procedures and treatments, which range from surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy have increased the survival rate and improved the cosmetics associated with Breast Cancer. However, you may still experience the physical complications associated with these treatments. Each treatment protocol you have received has it own potential complications. The most common symptoms seen from surgery, chemotherapy and radiation are fatigue, loss of motion, loss of strength and possible edema (lymphedema) of the affected extremity. Our specialized staffs of Physicians, Certified Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Massage Therapists are all experienced in the treatment of lymphedema and the complications following Breast Cancer treatment. We are here to help develop a program of care based on your specific needs. Click the Brochure for more information..... . http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_037.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:50:09 GMT Westbury Total Health Care http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_037.htm#2