This certification will allow her to provide
Lymphedema services to Heritage Valley Rehab patients of post radiation/lymph node
removal, general surgery, VeinCare, and cardiac care that have lymphatic system
complications.
Heather earned her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation
Science as well as her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Pittsburgh.
Through the 135 hour lymphedema therapy course at Klose Training, she was trained
in Complete Decongestive Therapy, which is considered the standard of care for lymphedema
treatment. Complete Decongestive Therapy includes manual lymphatic drainage massage,
compression bandaging, exercise, skin care and education on self-management of lymphedema.
Heritage
Valley Rehab offers outpatient rehabilitation services in six locations in Beaver,
Chippewa, Hopewell, Edgeworth, Moon Township and Imperial. Services include physical
therapy, occupational therapy, hand therapy, wellness and fitness programs and other
services.
To make an appointment with Heather, please call 724-770-0172.