Overview

Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), also known as physiatry or rehabilitation medicine, aims at enhancing and restoring functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments or disabilities affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. A physician having completed training in this field is referred to as a physiatrist. Unlike other medical specialties that focus on a medical “cure,” the goals of the physiatrist are to maximize patients’ independence in activities of daily living and improve quality of life.

PM&R physicians practice in a variety of clinical settings, including inpatient and outpatient facilities. They have a broad range of knowledge including musculoskeletal, neurological, rheumatological and cardiovascular systems.

The PMR Specialist doctor is called "Physiatrist" who treats the patients as a whole with the goal to help patients understand their condition and provide the tools and resources to manage a successful healing process with the ultimate aim at improving the functioning of the patient. The continuity of care offers a variety of treatment methods to reduce or eliminate challenges and address recurrence. The services offered are related to musculoskeletal problems, brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, acute and chronic pain management, amputation, work injuries, orthopedic injuries, sports medicine, pediatric neuromusculo-skeletal problems and the developmental delays.