Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) physicians, also known as physiatrists, are specialized medical doctors who focus on restoring function and quality of life to individuals with physical impairments or disabilities.

PM&R physicians treat a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. These highly trained specialists have completed medical school and residency training specifically in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with many pursuing additional subspecialty certification.

Collaborative Care

PM&R physicians excel at coordinating comprehensive with other specialists: Orthopedic surgery, Neurosurgery, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Family Doctors, Neurology, and Chiropractors.

Specialized Procedures and Services

Depending on your specific condition, your PM&R physician may utilize various specialized procedures, including:

• Advanced diagnostic testing (Xray, MRI, CT, Ultrasound, EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies)

• Precision-guided diagnostic and therapeutic injections (ultrasound or fluoroscopy guided)

• Advanced Spinal interventions (ESI, Facets, Nerve ablation, etc)

• Joint therapies (Intra-articular issues, Tendon, Ligament, etc)

• Specialized treatments for muscle spasticity (Oral Medication, Botox, etc)

• Manual medicine techniques (Osteopathic Manipulations)

• Medical Acupuncture

By combining medical expertise with rehabilitation strategies, PM&R physicians help patients maximize their physical abilities, reduce pain, and enhance their quality of life following injury, illness, or disability.