Physiatry
Physiatrists are physicians who specialize in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and are trained to diagnose, treat and direct a rehabilitation plan that provides the best possible outcomes for these patients. Physiatry not only employs the usual tools of medicine, but also uses physical agents and therapeutic exercise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of disorders that produce pain, impairment and disability.
 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is the only specialty of medicine in which special training in Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies is required. These procedures are used for evaluation of various neurologic disorders. Performance Rehabilitation is fully equipped with neuro-diagnostic equipment and all testing is done in house.
A physiatrist completes four years of medical school and then obtains a minimum of four years of specialized residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. To earn Board certification, a Physiatrist must pass certifying written and oral examinations administrated by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Physiatrists receive training throughout their careers via continuing medical education, membership in professional organizations and participation in academic teaching and research.
At Performance Rehabilitation, Physiatry includes examining patients' medical histories and then testing and measuring strength, range of motion, balance and coordination, posture, muscle performance, respiration, and motor function. Based on the results, a Physical Therapy plan is developed outlining a treatment strategy, its purpose, and the anticipated outcome.
Treatment includes exercise for patients who have been immobilized and lack flexibility, strength, or endurance. Patients are encouraged to use their own muscles to increase flexibility and range of motion before finally advancing to other exercises that improve their strength, balance, coordination, and endurance. The goal is to achieve maximum independence and functionality for the patient in the workplace, at home, and within the community.
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