What is a Physiatrist?
Physiatrists are physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists with five years of residency training. Physiatrists specialize in non-operative musculoskeletal complaints and see patients with workplace, sports or motor vehicle accident-related injuries. Physiatrists are also experts in overuse tendinopathies, myofascial pain, and mild to moderate osteoarthritis.
What does a Physiatry consultation entail?
Patients undergoing a physiatry assessment are viewed in the context of the “whole” person. You will be asked about your medical history, medications, functional status and habits. A management plan is created considering both the physical and psychological aspects of a patient’s diagnosis.
How do Physiatrists help patients?
Physiatrists can make clinical diagnoses, order diagnostic tests and prescribe treatment. At the end of your initial consultation you will be provided with a summary of your diagnosis and next steps.
What treatments do Physiatrists offer?
Physiatrists offer:
Education
Exercise prescription
Medications
Bracing and device prescriptions
Injections
