Rizkalla Youssef
Physical Therapist
117 Judith ln Valley Stream NY, 11580Rating
5/5
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Rizkalla Youssef is a physical therapist practicing in Valley Stream, NY. Rizkalla Youssef specializes in physical treatment to help a patient reduce pain, restore mobility, rehabilitate an injury, or increase movement and overall function. As a physical therapist, Rizkalla Youssef can treat multiple conditions with exercises, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, joint mobilization, heat, ice, massage, laser or light therapy and more. Rizkalla Youssef will create a treatment plan based on the patients specific injury or condition, and might target a specific body part or body system based on the individual.
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My daughter is recovering after a paralytic stroke from Guillian Barre syndrome. How should I go about her physical therapy?
Each case is different, but she will need physical therapy for a couple of months. She is young, so her chances of getting better are great. READ MORE
Can physiotherapy help my husband recover from a one-sided paralysis?
Physical therapy will definitely help your husband. In some cases, continue PT for 6 months to a whole year, depending on the severity of each case. READ MORE
I have sprained my ankle while running and its now swollen. What should I do?
As a first aide, you should use ice around the swelling, but you really need to see an orthopedic doctor for X-ray and R/O fracture. READ MORE
When I type on the computer I am having a pain in my wrist. What could be the reason?
You might have a condition called carpal tunnel syndrome, which is compression over the medial nerve. You need to see a specialist for a more accurate diagnosis. READ MORE
Is there a way to reverse osteoporosis?
There are some medications in the market to improve your condition, make sure you have milk and milk products in your diet every day, also exercise will help you. READ MORE
My shoulder hurts when I raise my arm. What should I do?
You may have injured your shoulder. My advice to you is to do good warming up and gentle stretching, also using moist heat in your shoulder, and stop lifting now until you feel better. If that didn't improved in 2 wks, you need to see orthopedic. READ MORE
My knees are cracking all the time - Do I need PT?
That could be normal, but don't forced,as long as you don't feel pain you shouldn't be worried. READ MORE
I was diagnosed with torticollis and need to go to physical therapy. What kind of treatment will I receive?
Physical therapy will help you using different modalities including heat and stretching exercises will help your condition. READ MORE
How long does a muscle strain take to heal?
It really depends on how bad the strain or sprain but resting with gentle stretching and using moist heat will help. READ MORE
Why does physical therapy benefit muscular dystrophy patients?
Physical therapy will help to delay the muscles atrophy and decrease the chance of building a fibrous tissue and muscle contracture, keep rang if motion ,also will help the blood circulation and the blood flow. Maintaining the function ability as long as possible. Including walking, transferring, bed mobility and ADLs READ MORE
How can physical therapy benefit my son?
You did not mention how old of your son, but normally he should start work by 1 year old, in the beginning he will be unsteady, might fall so many times, but things will get better wk after wk, some kids are very normal, but they start to walk late, I will ask you to see his pediatrician, but I'm sure physical therapy will help. READ MORE
I'm only 23 and experiencing knee pain during exercise. Why?
If there is a history of RA in the family so you need to take it more seriously, you better see rheumatilogest for farther blood work and diagnosis. READ MORE
I have a very painful ankle due to an injury that occurred last week. What should I do?
You have to do an x-ray, also you need to be evaluated for possible fracture, ligaments or muscle injuries, but you can use ice 10 minutes every couple of hours, not bearing to much weight on it, and see an orthopedic as soon as possible. READ MORE
Can PT help with motion sickness?
Yes it does, but not in all cases . READ MORE
Can disc hernia cause issues with hands and legs?
That is because of the herniated, sounds like you have compression over nerve root, you need to see a neurosurgeon. You will need a couple of tests before things get worse . READ MORE
Pain in my hip - What kind of Doc do I see?
You should see your primary care first, he will direct you where to go and who to see ,because sometimes you feel the pain in the hip but it could be referred pain from other issue READ MORE
exercise
Since you are having knee replacement, you need to strengthen the muscles around your knee, specifically the quadriceps muscles, isometric ex's is highly recommend. READ MORE
Is it normal to have pain and swelling after an arthroscopic surgery?
Sometimes it takes up to a year for the pain and swelling to go away completely, however, he needs to continue PT program and follow up with his surgeon. READ MORE
What is electrical stimulation for?
There are different kinds of electronic stimulation, but the one you use is to control your pain. READ MORE
How long does it take for an ankle ligament tear to heal?
Sometimes it takes a lot more time. It depends on which stage, sometimes surgery will be recommended. Please see an orthopedic. READ MORE
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- Theresa
Dr. Youssef is a wonderful physical therapist with years of experience. He has been working with my 98-year-old mother for several months and has created a realistic program that works very well for her. He regularly assesses her strengths and limitations as well as her progress and makes adjustments accordingly. While he is focused on her physical rehabilitation, he listens to her with great patience and addresses her concerns. It is evident that he is knowledgeable, competent and highly professional; it is also evident that he is a people person who loves what he does. He gives me updates each visit with recommendations for her continued wellness at home and\ always has a positive statement for us before he leaves.
- Vina53@hotmail.com
Excellent doctor.
- Rita
Excellent Dr.
- John
Great doctor.
- Mary
Excellent doctor, with many years of experience! Dr. Youssef really dedicates time to all his patients and helps them improve tremendously. Highly recommended doctor!
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