Physiatry is concerned with the rehabilitation and recovery of patient function, intervening in improving the overall situation in which the individual finds himself.
Physiatric evaluation is recommended when movements, even the simplest ones, become painful and/or difficult compromising the quality of life and affecting the person’s autonomy.
Physical therapy is the specialty that deals with movement disorders and deficits in order to reduce pain while recovering and maintaining joint function, muscle strength and coordination over time.