Srikanth Nallan, PT earned certification in the McKenzie Method® of therapy from the McKenzie Institute International through the completion of a fourpart series of post-graduate courses and passing a written and practical examination. Also known as Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), active patient involvement and education for back, neck and extremity problems includes a safe and reliable means to reach a diagnosis and develop the treatment plan. MDT clinicians have a valid indicator to know right away whether and how the method will work for each patient. Nallan commented that an important advantage of this method is that “therapists educate the patients about what they can do to control their pain and improve function. It empowers patients with the tools to help take control of their conditions.”
Srikanth Nallan, PT works with Dennis, a McKenzie Method patient.
Liz McLeod, PT, Beth Scasavnicki, PTA and Reena Nagpal, OT are certified by American Health Care© for comprehensive lymphedema management. Lymphedema is a chronic condition of localized fluid retention and tissue swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system frequently seen after lymph node dissection, surgery or radiation therapy during the treatment of cancer, most notably breast cancer. Tissues with lymphedema are at risk of infection. During the certification process, therapists received instruction in manual lymph drainage including a special exercise program and the use of compression sleeves and stockings. McLeod explained, “Lymphedema therapy is a means to teach self management of a chronic condition frequently related to cancer. Patients learn to reduce swelling to a controlled level and how to keep it under control at home. The best lymphedma therapy can improve long-term quality of function.”
Destiny started outpatient occupational therapy with Reena Nagpal, OT following an injury at work.
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