Pain Management & Rehabilitation in Brooklyn
Empire Medical & Rehabilitation PC offers comprehensive pain management and physical rehabilitation services for Brooklyn residents living with acute injuries, chronic pain, and post-surgical recovery. Led by Board-Certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist Dr. Abdalla I. Adam, our team combines evidence-based interventional techniques with personalized physical therapy programs to help you return to daily activities without pain.
Specialty Care, Coordinated
- Board-Certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist with 32+ years of clinical experience
- Multi-specialty practice — pain management coordinated with primary care, psychiatry, and pulmonology under one roof
- On-site physical therapy and rehabilitation services, eliminating the need for outside referrals
- Most major insurance accepted including Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, Oxford, EmblemHealth, and Fidelis
- Convenient Ocean Parkway location serving Brighton Beach, Sheepshead Bay, Midwood, and Gravesend
- Same-week appointments typically available; walk-ins welcome when scheduling allows
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first visit begins with a comprehensive evaluation including a detailed medical history, physical examination, and review of any imaging or records you bring. Dr. Adam will discuss your pain, functional limitations, and treatment goals before recommending a personalized plan. Most patients begin therapy within the same week. We coordinate care directly with your primary care provider and any specialists, and provide all necessary documentation for insurance, employer, or legal purposes.
Conditions We Treat
Lower Back Pain
Including herniated discs, sciatica, lumbar strain, and degenerative disc disease.
Neck Pain
Cervical strain, whiplash injuries, pinched nerves, and tension-related neck pain.
Joint Pain
Knee, shoulder, hip, and ankle pain from arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, and overuse injuries.
Sports Injuries
Sprains, strains, torn ligaments, rotator cuff injuries, and tennis/golfer's elbow.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Recovery programs following orthopedic surgery, joint replacement, and spinal procedures.
Work-Related Injuries
Treatment and documentation for workplace injuries, including repetitive strain conditions.
Auto Accident Injuries
Comprehensive evaluation and rehabilitation following motor vehicle accidents.
Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Long-term management of fibromyalgia, myofascial pain, and chronic regional pain.
Treatments Offered
Physical Therapy
Customized exercise programs, manual therapy, and modality-based treatment to restore strength, mobility, and function.
Trigger Point Injections
Targeted injections to relieve muscle knots and myofascial pain points.
Joint Injections
Corticosteroid and viscosupplementation injections for knees, shoulders, hips, and other affected joints.
IV Therapy
Intravenous therapy for inflammation management and recovery support.
Therapeutic Exercise
Progressive strengthening, flexibility, and stabilization programs supervised by our rehabilitation team.
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques including soft tissue mobilization and joint mobilization.
Modalities
Heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation as adjuncts to active rehabilitation.
Activity Modification Counseling
Education on ergonomics, posture, and movement patterns to prevent re-injury.
Insurance & Payment
We accept most major insurance plans including Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Oxford, EmblemHealth, and Fidelis. We also accommodate self-pay and cash patients with transparent pricing. Call our office at (718) 750-2001 to verify your coverage before your visit.
Common Questions
It depends on your insurance plan. Most HMO plans require a referral from your primary care provider; PPO plans typically do not. Call our office at (718) 750-2001 and we will verify your specific coverage requirements before your visit.
Recovery time varies based on the underlying condition, severity, and how consistently you complete your exercise program. Many patients with acute back pain experience meaningful improvement within 4-6 weeks; chronic conditions may require 8-12 weeks of consistent treatment. Your provider will give you a more specific timeline after your initial evaluation.
Most major insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare, cover medically necessary physical therapy. Coverage limits, copays, and the number of authorized visits vary by plan. Our staff will verify your benefits and explain your out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins.
Yes. We evaluate and treat motor vehicle accident injuries and work-related injuries, and we provide all required documentation for no-fault insurance, workers' compensation, and legal cases when applicable.
Pain management physicians are medical doctors (MD or DO) who can diagnose underlying medical conditions, order advanced imaging, prescribe medication, and perform interventional procedures like injections. Chiropractors specialize in spinal manipulation. Many patients benefit from coordinated care across providers, and we are happy to communicate with your chiropractor when appropriate.
Same-week appointments are typically available for new patients with acute pain. Call (718) 750-2001 and we will work to schedule you as soon as possible.
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