Physiatrists,
or rehabilitation
physicians,
are medical
doctors
who are:
•
Experts
at diagnosing
and treating
pain
•
Restore
maximum
function
lost through
injury,
illness
or disabling
conditions
•
Treat
the whole
person,
not just
the problem
area
•
Lead a
team of
medical
professionals
•
Provide
non-surgical
treatments
•
Explain
your medical
problems
and treatment
plan
•
Work not
only on
treatment
but also
prevention
Rehabilitation
physicians
are nerve,
muscle
and bone
experts
who treat
injuries
or illnesses
that affect
how you
move.
Rehabilitation
physicians
have completed
training
in the
medical
specialty
of physical
medicine
and rehabilitation
(PM&R).