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Physiatrist- ever heard of one? What is this ?

 
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PostPosted: Thu Nov 06, 2008 6:21 pm    Post subject: Physiatrist- ever heard of one? Reply with quote
Hello, I have a friend that is looking into a physiatrist, and I have never heard of it- Anybody??
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PostPosted: Thu Nov 06, 2008 7:01 pm    Post subject: Re: Physiatrist- ever heard of one? Reply with quote
I just googled it and found

http://www.aapmr.org/condtreat/what.htm

"Physiatrists, or rehabilitation physicians,
are medical doctors who are:

  • Experts at diagnosing and treating pain
  • Restore maximum function lost through injury,
  • illness or disabling conditions
  • Treat the whole person, not just the problem area
  • Lead a team of medical professionals
  • Provide non-surgical treatments
  • Explain your medical problems and treatment plan
  • Work not only on treatment but also prevention"

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PostPosted: Thu Nov 06, 2008 8:24 pm    Post subject: physiatrist Reply with quote
Thanks- I'll check it out.
Anybody have any experience with one??
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PostPosted: Sat Nov 08, 2008 5:20 pm    Post subject: Re: Physiatrist- ever heard of one? Reply with quote
Here they are a pain management Physiatrists.

I saw one for my back and it was good- not sure what they would be like for cancer pain though.

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PostPosted: Sun Nov 09, 2008 4:15 am    Post subject: physiatrist Reply with quote
Cool Cool - my friend is looking into it FOR back pain!!!
Thanks!
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