David Fischer
David Fischer has been having ankle and foot pain. He came to KORT Frankfort and he is doing better. The KORT Team focused on improving his balance, strength, and endurance. VIEW MORE
Mervin Jackson
Mervin Jackson had multiple conditions causing him to become very weak. His daughter states he could not even take one step. He was not able to mow the lawn or do simple activities of daily living. After receiving nursing… VIEW MORE
Carol Webb
Carol suffers from thoracic outlet syndrome and, after a fall created impingement in her shoulder, she was unable to raise her left arm. Her sister suggested she try Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN). Dry needling is an… VIEW MORE
Matt Kinsey
Matt Kinsey was stationed in southeastern Afghanistan when his injury occurred. On June 2, 2010, his unit was conducting a night operation and he was responsible for providing over watch. He was clearing route back to base… VIEW MORE
Sheri Cummins
Shari Cummins underwent a left knee replacement. With using two different rehab facilities before choosing KORT for her home and outpatient physical therapy, she was able to fully experience distinguished care provided by… VIEW MORE
Samantha Biton
Samantha Biton is an avid runner, but after two medial patella ligament replacement surgeries, she was unable to do her passion. After going through several other physical programs she found out about the Alter G… VIEW MORE
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A persistent sense of tiredness interfering with daily life that is the most common long term side effect of treatment. Your fatigue may make the idea of getting up and moving feel very difficult, but research has shown that those who exercised routinely had 40% to 50% less fatigue and significantly decreased their risk of cancer recurrence.
Radiation therapy causes inflammation and altered tissue remodeling that can cause scar tissue, decreased flexibility, and muscle weakness during the months and years following radiation. Your physical therapist will use skilled manual therapy techniques and provide an effective strengthening and stretching program to treat these side effects.
Lymphedema i debilitating condition characterized by progressive swelling. Lymphedema occurs when the lymphatic system has been impaired and can result from cancer treatment, congenital defects, trauma or surgery. Lymphedema can also occur after years of damaging swelling from conditions like venous insufficiency and obesity that eventually can impair the lymphatic system. In addition to difficulties with daily functioning, high levels of protein-rich fluid triggers chronic inflammation, fibrosis and a high risk of infection. The good news is that lymphedema can be effectively managed and treated with physical therapy by providing a massage technique called Manual Lymphatic Drainage, skilled compression bandaging, movement and skin care. KORT has multiple therapists certified to treat lymphedema including:
Cancer Rehab is offered at the following locations:
Lexington, KY
708 Westport Rd.
Suite 200