Commonwealth Lymphedemaand Oncology Physical Therapy, PLLC
At Commonwealth Physical Therapy, our mission is to serve and support our community in reaching their rehab goals. We strive to help each person maximize their quality of life after diagnosis. We specialize in oncology rehab, and lymphedema therapy/treatment. Our clinicians have specialized education and experience in helping individuals living beyond cancer and/or lymphedema diagnosis, take control of their condition and return to doing the things they love. Contact us to learn more about how we can help you maximize your life after diagnosis.
Breast Cancer Program
Prehab - Before Treatment
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Individualized treatment plan created with consideration of each patient’s specific survivorship plan
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Baseline measurements taken before medical interventions
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Appointments scheduled to promote continuity of care throughout the treatment continuum, and specific to each patient’s survivorship plan
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Education at each appointment regarding expectations, and safe methods to address functional impairments
During treatment:
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We provide supportive treatments to address musculoskeletal impairments related to sequelae associated with surgical intervention, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy related impairments (i.e. cancer related fatigue, cancer treatment related pain, lymphedema, loss of range of motion, pain with reaching overhead, weakness, and impaired balance)
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We support you by providing actionable steps to help you take control of your treatment, and promote confidence in creating the life you want to live after diagnosis
After treatment:
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We support you on your journey past treatment in returning the your functional baseline. We offer our Strength after Breast Cancer program to help each individual living beyond treatment enjoy life after their diagnosis.
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Lymphedema Therapy
Lymphedema is a condition defined as an abnormal accumulation of protein rich fluid causing swelling. Lymphedema can occur in the legs, arms, head, neck, abdomen, or genitals. At Commonwealth Physical Therapy our clinicians have specialty certification as Certified Lymphedema Therapists trained and prepared to treat your swelling. Our treatment protocol follows the gold standard treatment guidelines known as Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). CDT consists of compression, manual lymphatic drainage, skin care, and exercise. Call/Email us to inquire how we can help you manage your swelling.
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The four components of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT).
Four components:
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
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We utilize a very specific hands-on technique for lymphatic drainage performed by your therapist to promote movement of fluid to regions of the body unaffected by swelling, in order to assist with drainage of lymphatic fluid
Compression
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Compression therapy is applied via multi-layer bandaging technique to further reinforce fluid decongestion, and prevent re-accumulation
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We can measure for custom, and ready-made garments. As well as, assist with the ordering process through durable medical equipment providers, or cash pay vendors
Skin Care
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Patients are educated in optimal skin care regimen to promote healthy skin and reduce risk for infection or wound development
Exercise
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Each person is provided with exercise protocol tailored to their independence and tolerance level to assist with movement of fluid in the affected limb, and improve functional mobility
Pelvic Health
Coming soon!
Insurances accepted
We are now accepting the following insruances:
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Medicare Part B
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The following Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield policies:
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Medicare Advantage (PPO&HMO)
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Pathway Tiered Hospital (HMO)
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Participating Indemnity/Traditional Network(s) (PAR)
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Pathway X Tiered Network (HMO)
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Commercial (HMO)
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Preferred Provider Organization Network(s) (PPO)
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We also provide our services at a cash pay option. Cash pay services require payment at the time of service. Contact us today to discuss cash pay options, and packages to help you reach your goals!
Opening Hours
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M-F: 8am-5pm
Contact Commonwealth
Contact us to receive a phone call and discuss how we can help you reach your goals
Richmond, VA, USA
Phone (804) 220-0690
Fax (804) 409-7885