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Dr. Eric Lippman, MD
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine)
Dr. Eric Lippman is a physiatrist practicing in Valley Stream, NY. Dr. Lippman is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Lippman 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. Lippman 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.
32 years
Experience
Dr. Eric Lippman, MD
- Valley Stream, NY
- SUNY Downstate School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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Knee pain?
Try ice and/or heating pad as long as your circulation and sensation are good. No more than 20 minutes at a time. You can try physical therapy for 4-6 weeks. A knee brace may READ MORE
Try ice and/or heating pad as long as your circulation and sensation are good. No more than 20 minutes at a time. You can try physical therapy for 4-6 weeks. A knee brace may also help. If it doesn’t get better an MRI would be helpful. Seeing a specialist can help with diagnosis and treatment.
Is an exercise bike good after knee replacement?
A stationary bike is an excellent exercise after a knee replacement. It helps with range of motion and strength, and it is low impact. Start with no or very light resistance READ MORE
A stationary bike is an excellent exercise after a knee replacement. It helps with range of motion and strength, and it is low impact. Start with no or very light resistance and gradually increase as you get stronger.
What is the fastest way to heal bursitis of the knee?
It depends on your other medical conditions. Many people need a combination of physical therapy and anti inflammatory medications. Anti inflammatory medications should only be READ MORE
It depends on your other medical conditions. Many people need a combination of physical therapy and anti inflammatory medications. Anti inflammatory medications should only be used under guidance of a doctor as they can have serious side effects.Some people need injections. You should get professional guidance as it can be difficult to treat on your own.
Does physical therapy help headaches?
Physical therapy can help with some headaches. It can help when headaches are generated by problems in the cervical spine like muscle spasm and arthritis, as well as muscle tension READ MORE
Physical therapy can help with some headaches. It can help when headaches are generated by problems in the cervical spine like muscle spasm and arthritis, as well as muscle tension headaches
Is there physical therapy after hip replacement?
Yes. Most patients need some form of physical therapy after hip replacement surgery. Some patients go to an inpatient rehabilitation facility. Others go home with home physical READ MORE
Yes. Most patients need some form of physical therapy after hip replacement surgery. Some patients go to an inpatient rehabilitation facility. Others go home with home physical therapy. Eventually, most transition to an outpatient facility. Total time for rehabilitation varies from 1-3 months depending on the patient.
Knee Cap Pain?
You may have a problem with the way your knee cap is tracking, or some arthritis on the underside of your knee cap. Another possibility is a bursitis. You should see a medical READ MORE
You may have a problem with the way your knee cap is tracking, or some arthritis on the underside of your knee cap. Another possibility is a bursitis. You should see a medical professional to evaluate- it can frequently be treated with exercise or physical therapy.
What can a physiatrist diagnose?
I am a medical doctor primarily treating musculoskeletal and neurological diseases, sports, work and other injuries. I also treat patients with pain. Frequent diagnoses I see include READ MORE
I am a medical doctor primarily treating musculoskeletal and neurological diseases, sports, work and other injuries. I also treat patients with pain. Frequent diagnoses I see include neck and back pain, herniated discs, pinched nerves, rotator cuff injuries, osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, as well as many other conditions.
I hope this helps!
Eric Lippman, MD
I hope this helps!
Eric Lippman, MD
