7th Ave PM&R Physiatrist

Many people in New York City are unaware of the special branch of medicine specifically dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of physical disabilities. Our state of the art office provides the highest level of nonsurgical care for back disorders and pain including and pain including herniated discs, neck and back pain, low back pain, sciatica as well as, most common musculoskeletal disorders. The centrally located midtown Manhattan office accepts most insurance plans and no outside prescription by your doctor is necessary. The only thing you need to be concerned with is feeling better and getting on with your busy life. This treatment has the ability to turn your life and your well being in a very positive direction.

Physiatrists caring a MD license and are certified as specialists in rehabilitation medicine by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. They practice the area of medicine labeled "physiatry". Virtually all types of musculoskeletal pain are treated including neck and back pain, hip pain, shoulder, elbow, knees, hands etc.

What makes these doctors specialists?

After completing medical school and obtaining a medical doctor degree, they study four more years and take two extra examinations, one written and one oral. This extra training is necessary to make certain the physiatrists are focused on the patient as a whole person. Most physicians deal with illness and possible threats to life. The physiatrists at 7th Ave Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation deal with functional loss and threats to living fully, the physical conditions remaining after initial medical or surgical treatment.

The physiatrists coordinate with a team of other health care professionals in developing and carrying out a comprehensive rehabilitation plan. This rehabilitation team may include: physical therapists, massage therapists, and chiropractors. These treatments are all performed at 7th Ave Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation center in NYC. Our success comes through with a team approach, in which the patients are an integral part of the team process.