The role of physiatry in the management of neuromuscular disease

Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 1998 Feb;9(1):1-8, v.

Abstract

Patients with neuromuscular disease (NMD) are complex and pose a myriad of clinical problems. Management is best carried out by a team consisting of physicians, physical, occupational, and speech therapists, social workers, vocational counselors, and psychologists, among others. Physiatrists are well-suited to this type of multi-disciplinary care and can play a significant role in the care of these patients.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Humans
  • Neuromuscular Diseases / classification
  • Neuromuscular Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Neuromuscular Diseases / therapy*
  • Patient Care Team / organization & administration*
  • Persons with Disabilities / classification
  • Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine / methods*
  • Physician's Role*