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Dr. Svetlana Zaydman, D.O.

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine)

Dr. Svetlana Zaydman is a physiatrist practicing in Englishtown, NJ. Dr. Zaydman is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Zaydman 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. Zaydman 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. Svetlana Zaydman, D.O.
  • Englishtown, NJ
  • New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

What is the best therapy after a stroke?

It depends on what kind of stroke. Physical therapy if there's a physical impairment, and speech therapy if there is aphasia.

How long does an acupuncture session last for lower back pain?

I am a physician, not an acupuncturist. My guess is 20-30 mins.

Is a chiropractor or physical therapist better for bad posture?

Physical therapy teaches posture correction exercises.

Can chronic wrist pain be cured with acupuncture?

It’s hard to tell. Need more information on wrist pain. Is it acute or chronic? Is it related to trauma or arthritis? Acupuncture can help but less likely to cure.

What rehabilitation is needed after a stroke?

What kind of stroke? Any limb weakness or speech problems? Any difficulty swallowing? Need more information. Rehabilitation always help to some extent.

Does physical therapy help spinal arthritis?

Yes, it does. It allows to maintain core muscle strength and bulk which is protective for the underlying spinal bone structures.

Achilles question?

Heel pain is frequently associated with plantar fasciitis. Stretching of calf muscles and plantar fascia may lessen heel pain.

Why am I getting pain in my left shoulder and in my left arm?

You may have developed bursitis. You can try anti-inflammatory medication such as Celebrex 200 mg and start PT. If symptoms persist, I recommend obtaining a shoulder MRI and scheduling READ MORE
You may have developed bursitis. You can try anti-inflammatory medication such as Celebrex 200 mg and start PT. If symptoms persist, I recommend obtaining a shoulder MRI and scheduling for consultation with the orthopedic surgeon.

Knee buckling?

Your symptom description is suggestive of an ACL tear. You need to see an orthopedic surgeon and will likely require surgical repair. Meanwhile, I will recommend wearing a hinged READ MORE
Your symptom description is suggestive of an ACL tear. You need to see an orthopedic surgeon and will likely require surgical repair. Meanwhile, I will recommend wearing a hinged knee brace.

Does physical therapy help muscle strain?

Yes, it does. PT prevents muscle disuse and helps to strengthen the weak muscle.

What is the most effective treatment for chronic low back pain?

There is no simple answer. You have to have a diagnosis first. Need to know more about prior treatments.

I have lower leg pain?

Your symptoms could be voided by neuropathy and you need EMG to confirm it.

What are good physical therapy exercises for the shoulder?

Did you have any diagnostic studies done?

Frequent hand numbness?

To answer this question you should have an electro diagnostic procedure to differentiate between carpal tunnel syndrome and cervical radiculopathy.

What kind of physical therapy do you need after back surgery?

The focus should be on isometric core strengthening and mobility

Pubic bone pain?

You should see an orthopedic surgeon. It may be a separation of the pubic bones at the synthesis pubis. Are you an athlete?

How do I get my sciatic nerve to stop hurting?

You should see a PM&R specialist or a neurologist. Sciatica pain can be caused by multiple conditions. It requires proper evaluation.

How long is the physical therapy after bunion surgery?

Should not take more than a couple of weeks

Does physical therapy help headaches?

It may to some extent. Proper stretching of the tight services muscles can alleviate spasm and lessen the headache.