Physical Therapy

• Decline in balance
• Difficlity with walking
• Fatigue
• Joint stiffness
• Lymphedema
• Numbness in feet or hands
• Pain
• Poor endurance
• Postural changes
• Scar tissue restrictions
• Weakness

Our physical therapists are certified lymphedema therapists (CLT) in addition to having advanced training in manual therapy.

• Nickolas Frangis PT, DPT, CLT

• Samantha Young, DPT , PT

With our service-oriented staff, we provide excellent patient care and comprehensive physical therapy services to your community. Our experienced staff can evaluate and treat a variety of musculoskeletal injuries and neurologic conditions, as well as post-surgical issues utilizing :

• Moist heat/Cold therapy
• Electrical Stimulation
• Ultrasound

• Stretching
• Soft Tissue Massage/ Myofascial release
• Joint mobilization
• Muscle Energy Techniques
• Neuromuscular re-education

• Balance exercises
• Lower extremity strengthening
• Upper extremity strengthening
• Core strengthening/ Postural Strengthening

Lymphedema is characterized by swelling and fluid accumulation in the head, arm, leg, and/or trunk.

• Heaviness
• Aching
• Tingling / Numbing
• Restricted Range of Motion
• Tight Clothing or Jewelry

Lymphedema is most effectively managed with a combination of treatments called Complete Decongestive Therapy, which consists of the following:

• Manual lymph drainage to stimulate and redirect lymph flow through specialized massage
• Compression with bandaging, garments, and occasionally pumps
• Exercise to assist the muscle pump to move fluid and to improve motion and strength
• Skin care to maintain healthy tissue and prevent infection

Because early treatment is vital, it is important that individuals understand the symptoms and implications of lymphedema and begin treatment as soon as possible

• Improving physical strength to help offset weakness caused by cancer and cancer treatment
• Increasing a person’s ability to care for himself or herself and reducing support needed from caregivers
• Providing support to adjust to actual, perceived, and potential losses due to cancer and cancer treatment
• Managing symptoms of cancer and its treatment, including fatigue, sleep problems, and pain.

• Talk with your health care team to learn about the rehabilitation services available at your cancer center or in your area.
• Depending on your needs, you may visit one or more specialists trained in specific areas of rehabilitation

The insurance verification and authorization staff at New York Cancer & Blood Specialists will assist you with your insurance coverage. You may also contact your insurance company directly regarding your policy’s specific coverage components.