Physiatrists reduce or relieve pain and restore function that has been hindered due to illness or injury. Physiatrists are able to treat chronic disorders as well as short-term conditions such as auto injury, sports injury or work-related injury. A Physiatrist may utilize pain medicine, physical medicine or rehabilitation to help the patient regain mobility and function. Physiatry is a non-surgical form of medicine that takes into account a patient's entire health, not just their symptoms.
What is a Physiatrist?
A Physiatrist is a physician who specializes in pain medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physiatry is a form of medicine that focuses on treating the entire patient, not just their symptoms. A Physiatrist attempts to diagnose and treat pain as well as restore maximum function that has been lost due to illness, injury or other disabling conditions.
What happens during a visit to a Physiatrist?
A Physiatrist will typically provide a comprehensive assessment of the patient's condition after going over their medical history. They will then determine the proper course of action that will help the patient regain function or alleviate pain. This may involve prescribing personalized exercises, physical therapy, medication or strengthening exercises.
What conditions can be treated by a Physiatrist?
A Physiatrist is able to treat short-term conditions such as accident injury, sports injury or recovery from childbirth. Those who are experiencing diminished energy or ease of movement due to illness can also benefit from the care of a Physiatrist. A Physiatrist can also help individuals with chronic health issues such as arthritis, back problems or obesity.
What type of education or degrees does a Physiatrist need?
A Physiatrist is required to complete medical school as well as four years of additional postdoctoral training in a physical medicine and rehabilitation residency. They must also take both a written and oral examination administered by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation to become board certified.
How do I find a Physiatrist in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a Physiatrist in your state. Select Physiatrist from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a Physiatrist in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need a Physiatrist in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Physiatrists in your city and state.
Physiatrist Related Terms:
physical therapy, physical medicine, rehabilitation specialist, rehabilitation physician, pain management