Kirk R. Cowardbéy, OTD, OTR, CLT, CSWS, FMT-C1
ENABLE RESTORE ADAPT (ERA) THERAPEUTIC
Specialized Lymphedema, Wound Care & Functional Movement Consulting
Occupational Therapy
Purposeful
Provide support to individuals with disabilities through the therapeutic application of everyday activities. This approach to assist them in enhancing, restoring, or adapting the essential skills they need to manage their daily lives effectively and succeed in their employment endeavors.
Lymphedema Management
Lymph Dysfunction
Condition is caused by a blockage of the Lymphatic system, part of the immune system. Lymphedema is mainly caused do removal or damage due to cancer, surgery, accident or a congenital issue at birth. Lymphedema Management incorporates CDT to manage and reduce abnormal swelling & lymph stasis
Wound Management
Ulceration
Often patients who have severe swelling are accompanied by venous stasis ulcers (which are small or large soars that weep lymphatic fluid and or exudate. These unwanted fluids can be managed with topical medications, compression bandaging, nutrition, skin care and education
Home Modification
Modifications
The physical modification of a structure of a home by widening doors, adjusting countertops, adding chairlifts, making bathrooms more accessible, along with desired home changes can allow an individual with a disability the opportunity to function at their highest level
By avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach, we can focus specifically on the unique needs of each patient with lymphedema. This allows us to create a customized plan of care (POC) aimed at achieving the best possible outcomes. Whether it's through specialized therapies or targeted interventions, clients receive the most effective support tailored to their condition.
The primary goal of Enable Restore Adapt is to empower individuals and their caregivers by supplying them with essential tools, comprehensive education, and the confidence required to effectively tackle the various challenges they encounter on a daily basis. This initiative is designed to support them in navigating their everyday lives with greater ease and assurance.
Client Centered Care
Referral & Treatment Process
After the initial screening, a lymphedema evaluation will be conducted to assess the client's needs and determine how often they will require treatment. Based on the findings, the treatment protocol will be reviewed, and the duration of the treatment will be established. Once treatment concludes and compression garments have been obtained, as well as functional status and basic self-management identified, the patient will be discharged.
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Referral
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Evaluation
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Plan of Care
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Treatment
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Discharge