http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_039.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 17:50:22 GMT Web Easy by Avanquest Software http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_039.htm http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/images/lymphedema039p00.gif The odds of falling each year after age 65 in the United States are about one in three. Fortunately, most of these falls aren't serious. Still, falls are the leading cause of injury and injury-related death among older adults. You're more likely to fall as you get older because of common, age-related physical changes and medical conditions — and the medications you take to treat such conditions. If you avoid exercise because you're afraid it will make a fall more likely, tell your doctor. He or she may recommend carefully monitored exercise programs or give you a referral to a physical therapist who can devise a custom exercise program aimed at improving your balance, muscle strength and gait. To improve your flexibility, the physical therapist may use techniques such as electrical stimulation, massage or ultrasound. If you have inner ear problems that affect your balance, balance retraining exercises (vestibular rehabilitation) may help. These involve specific head and body movements to correct loss of balance. If you aren't already getting regular physical activity, consider starting a general exercise program as part of your fall-prevention plan. Consider activities such as walking, water workouts or a gentle exercise that involves slow and graceful dance-like movements. Such activities reduce your risk of falls by improving your strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. Be sure to get your doctor's OK first. Click the Brochure for more information..... . lymphedema_037.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:50:22 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_037.htm#1