phys•i•at•rics
We found 2 definitions of physiatrics from 2 different sources.
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physiatrics - therapy that uses physical agents: exercise and massage and other modalities | ||
physical therapy, physiotherapy | ||
therapy (medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.); "the quarterback is undergoing treatment for a knee injury"; "he tried every treatment the doctors suggested"; "heat therapy gave the best relief" | ||
modality a method of therapy that involves physical or electrical therapeutic treatment |