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Dr. Libi Galmer

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine)

Dr. Libi Galmer is a physiatrist practicing in Jackson Heights, NY. Dr. Galmer is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Galmer focuses on a patients ability to function, and can treat multiple conditions that affect the brain, nerves, spine, bones, muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. Dr. Galmer can diagnose and treat pain that is a result of injury, disease or a disabling condition. Physiatrists often lead a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists and physicians in a patients treatment or prevention plan.
Dr. Libi Galmer
  • Jackson Heights, NY
  • Accepting new patients

How long after back surgery can you start physical therapy?

That depends on the type of back surgery you are having as there are many kinds. Your surgeon will direct your physical therapy based on the type of surgery you had, and other READ MORE
That depends on the type of back surgery you are having as there are many kinds. Your surgeon will direct your physical therapy based on the type of surgery you had, and other factors. Please discuss with your surgeon, your post operative plan, prior to having the surgery.

Can physical therapy help back pain?

Yes, it is a common first line therapy for the treatment of back pain. It is recommended to see a physiatrist or other specialist first to further categorize the cause of the pain READ MORE
Yes, it is a common first line therapy for the treatment of back pain. It is recommended to see a physiatrist or other specialist first to further categorize the cause of the pain and direct the therapy program.

Should I have physical therapy after elbow surgery?

Im most cases your surgeon will direct your physical therapy after surgery. Each type of surgery has its own post operative rehabilitation course. I would recommend speaking with READ MORE
Im most cases your surgeon will direct your physical therapy after surgery. Each type of surgery has its own post operative rehabilitation course. I would recommend speaking with your surgeon about the type of surgery and rehabilitation course that will follow.

What type of brace do you get after knee surgery?

That depends on the type of surgery you are having, if there are any weight bearing precautions, among other things. Your surgeon will most likely recommend a specific post operative READ MORE
That depends on the type of surgery you are having, if there are any weight bearing precautions, among other things. Your surgeon will most likely recommend a specific post operative brace for protected weight bearing if you will be weight-bearing on that leg, and depending on the exact procedure you will be undergoing.