Lymphedema is the abnormal accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the tissue spaces that results in swelling. Most commonly in the arm or leg and is asymmetrical in nature, and occasionally in the trunk, neck, face and other regions of the body. Manual Lymphatic Drainage
(MLD) a manual technique to
mobilize fluid in the lymph
system that is very light
and gentle.
2. Compressi
on
low stretch compression
bandages that help increase
lymph flow by increasing
resting and working pressures
to decrease the lymphedema
in the limb, this also assists
the efficiency of the muscle
pump to decrease
lymphedema, and prevents
fluid from returning.
3. Skin Care
Reduces the risk for infection
Helps prevent dry skin
from cracking.
4. Exercises
Improves lymph flow
Improves venous return
5. Self-Care Management
and training
LSVT Big®
LSVT Big® is a research-based exercise approach for people with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and other progressive neurological disorders that impair limb function, gait, balance, and activities of daily living. Even with optimal medical management (medications/surgery) these deficits cannot be controlled satisfactorily in the vast majority of individuals with PD and have a negative impact on the quality of life. LSVT Big® differs from other forms of physical therapy in PD in its training of movement amplitude as a single treatment focus. Through high effort and intensive treatment focusing on re-educating normal movements. This results in normal amplitude during gait, movement, and activities of daily living.LSVT Big® is a restorative approach aiming to restore normal movement by recalibrating your mobility and movement through task-driven exercise. Who Can Benefit From LSVT Big® Program? LSVT Big® Treatment: Protocol developed specifically to address unique movement impairment of individuals with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and other progressive neurological disorders. How Does LSVT Big® Program Work? Trains a single target of amplitude (bigger movements)
Drives intensive and high-effort practice
Teaches you the amount of effort required to produce normal movements
Translates bigger movements into everyday activities
Empowers you to strive for continued improvement
What Are The Goals of LSVT Big® Program? Research on LSVT Big® has documented improved motor functioning including:
Ease of movement
Turn and walk at a more normal speed and step length
(Better speed with bigger steps)
Improved balance
Increased trunk rotation
Improved performance with tasks of daily living
Improvement in quality of life
LSVT Big® has been shown to be effective in early diagnosis to slow the progression of movement difficulties and during mid to late stages to improve function. What Is The LSVT Big® Treatment Program? LSVT Big® treatment consists of:
16 sessions: 4 consecutive days-a-week for 4 weeks
One on One – 1 hour sessions
Intensive and complex treatment to optimize learning and carry over to improve movement and function in everyday life tasks
Daily homework practice
Daily carryover exercises
Additional Services Offered:
Upper Extremity Orthopedic Injuries
Work on ADL's
Home Safety Evaluations
Work On IADL's
Strengthening
Patient Education
Accepted Payments Medicare Part B and Private Pay
About me:
James Ferrara, OTR/L, CLT. Graduated from Illinois State University 1998 with a degree in Athletic Training. Graduated from Sarasota School of Massage Therapy 2001, and Spalding University in 2006 with a Master Degree in Occupational Therapy and became a Certified Lymphedema Therapist from the Academy of Lymphatic Studies.
