What is a PMR doctor?
A PMR doctor is a medical doctor which specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all types of physical disabilities mainly related to the spine or musculoskeletal system. This includes back and neck pain, spinal cord injury, and other conditions. They provide nonsurgical spine care. This nonsurgical spinal care includes coordinating rehabilitation and diagnosing disorders.
A PMR helps patients get toward optimal function with their chronic disease, pain, or disabilities. They use therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation techniques to help patients reduce their pain and improve the quality of their lives when they have temporary or severe impairment. They help them also use braces and wheelchairs.
fyi. A PMR is also called a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) physician
A Physiatrist, also called a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) physician is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all types of physical disabilities. At the Mayfield Clinic, the Physiatrists provide nonsurgical spine care, including diagnosing disorders and coordinating rehabilitation. They work with a variety of health care providers to help the patient achieve the maximum functional capacity and a high quality of life.
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