Professional Care PT.Post-Mastectomy Rehabilitation

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PAT I ENT SPOTL I GHT Itmeanssomuch tous toseeourpatientsmakesuchamazingprogress in their journeytorecoveryandwe lovewhentheysharetheirsuccessstorieswithothers! “When I initially saw my hand specialist a few years back for the pain and weakness in both thumbs, I was prescribed a topical cream for pain and braces forbothhands tobeworn throughout thedayandnight. Iworriedabout theside effectsofthemedicatedcreamand foundthebracesclumsyanddifficulttowear. As time passed, everyday activities such as turning doorknobs, opening water bottlesand jars,usingkitchenutensilsandmakingbedsbecamemoreandmore difficult and many of these tasks were handed off to my husband. Recently, I heard of an excellent Hand Therapist working at PROCARE and on a routine visit to my Family Medicine physician I requested a prescription for OT. I was hoping a thorough evaluation and a home program of exercises would slow the progression of my arthritis. I never expected to actually improve! My strength and ability to perform simple tasks continues to increase as my pain continues to decrease. After approximately 2 months of therapy, I couldn’t be more pleased with my results. Ihaveverysignificant improvement inmystrengthand Iam learning to use my hands in ways that do not put additional stress on my joints. I actually attempt thingsnow that Iwouldpassoffwithouta thought. Things likeshuffling playingcards,openingwaterbottles,andopening jarsarebecomingeasierand easier. The education and therapy I continue to receive has had such a positive impact on my life. The warm atmosphere of caring and listening that Amanda fosters around and among her patients gathered at her tables is exceptional. I feelveryblessedtohave foundanOccupationalTherapistwho isalsoaCertified HandTherapist. IwouldrecommendAmandaandPROCAREwithoutreservation. My experience here could not be more beneficial and enjoyable. Oh, I should mention that I still let my husband make the bed!” WE APPRECIATE OUR PATIENTS! October is National Physical Therapy Month and Professional Care PT & Rehabilitation would like to show appreciation to all of our wonderful patients by hosting our annual “Patient Appreciation Month”. Make sure to stop down to the front desk at our East Patchogue and Riverhead offices during your next appointment and pick up this year’s special ProCare Fall Mug!

- Louann Ramsden

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