http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_040.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. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:00:29 GMT Web Easy by Avanquest Software http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/lymphedema_040.htm http://www.westburytotalhealthcare.com/images/lymphedema040p00.gif Chiropractic combined with physical therapy (PT) is the most appropriate approach to these types of injuries. Chiropractic care utilizes specific bone manipulations (Adjustments) to help normalize spinal function. This is crucial in the beginning phases of healing to bring back proper motion, but return of functional joint motion usually requires 2-3 months of chiropractic care. Physical therapy is also crucial in allowing the body to heal properly beginning about 2-4 weeks post injury and utilizes active care. Active care allows the soft tissue (muscles, ligaments, and tendons) to heal most effectively with minimal scar tissue and physical therapy can take from a few months up to a year to complete the healing process. Modalities/therapies (Passive Care) such as ice, hot packs, electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, traction, etc. are also utilized to compliment the different phases of the healing process while undergoing both chiropractic care and physical therapy HOW DO I FIND AN ATTORNEY WHO IS FAMILIAR WITH AUTO ACCIDENTS, PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR WHIPLASH CASES? We can refer you to several attorneys in the area that specialize in Personal Injury Claims and who have assisted our patients in the past. You can check out our links to some of our recommended attorneys. lymphedema_035.htm Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:00:29 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm#1 I injured myself at work. What should I do? Answer: You should immediately report the injury to your supervisor, and should ask to complete a written incident report. Be sure to obtain a copy of this report for yourself. Note the names of any witnesses. Then seek medical attention from a chiropractic physician of your choice as early as possible. When you do so, provide a detailed description of your job and the manner in which you were injured. Should I file a workers' compensation claim? Why can't I bill my private insurance? Answer: Yes, you should file a workers' compensation claim. Your private insurance will not cover injuries that appear to be work related. If you change jobs, your insurance is likely to change. A new insurance carrier may not cover problems that appear to be pre-existing. A workers' compensation claim will remain open, however, even if you change jobs. How do I file a claim? Answer: You should obtain a First Report of Injury (FROI) form from your employer. It is the injured worker's responsibility to provide the sufficient information to approve your claim. Failure to do so will result in a denial of your claim. You should be prepared to provide all of your medical records and a statement from your chiropractic physician stating the history of your injury, your diagnosis, a treatment plan, and most importantly, whether your physician feels that your injuries are related to your employment. Do not make the mistake of believing that your claims manager, the hearing officer, or your employer's attorney will try to protect your rights. If you have questions about your rights, you should seek the advice of an attorney who is familiar with the worker's compensation system. Generally, workers' compensation attorneys offer a free initial consultation and will not charge you an attorney fee unless you receive an award under your claim. How do I find an attorney who is familiar with the workers' compensation system? Answer: We can refer you to several attorneys in the area that specialize in Workers' Compensation Claims and who have assisted our patients in the past. lymphedema_035.htm Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:00:29 GMT Westbury Total Health Care lymphedema_035.htm#2