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American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Find specialized physicians in physical medicine and rehabilitation, such as physiatrists, neurologists, and neurosurgeons. Additionally, find experts in spinal cord injury across various fields, including family medicine, sports medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, recreation therapy, psychology, social work, and vocational rehabilitation.

Access best-practice patient treatment and family education resources through various medical and professional associations. Stay updated with fact sheets from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center for Spinal Cord Injury, which are regularly updated with advancements in medical care.

Stay informed about advancements in research, treatment, education, and medical care by connecting with research registries. Receive alerts about opportunities to participate in clinical trials and learn about recent discoveries.

Access information sources for durable medical equipment and personal care supplies such as manual and electric wheelchairs, hospital beds, Hoyer lifts, crutches, bath benches, commodes, pressure mattresses, grab bars, trapeze bars, urinary supplies, and catheters. Stay informed about new product designs through nationwide Ability Expos, which showcase consumer products supporting health and wellness.

American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

AAPRM&R is the primary medical society for the specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (rehabilitation physicians). It provides information on medical issues and best practices and continuing education and training. Here you can find a basic definition of what a physiatrist does as well as where to find one in your area. Click on “About Physiatry” to Find a PM&R Physician  in your area and their contact information.

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