Physical medicine and rehabilitation, also known as physiatry, is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with physical and functional disabilities. The main goal of physical medicine and rehabilitation is to help people achieve the highest possible level of independence and function in their daily lives.

Physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians, also known as physiatrists, work with patients affected by a wide range of conditions, including musculoskeletal injuries, spinal cord injuries, stroke, neurological disorders, arthritis, amputations and chronic pain conditions. They use a combination of physical therapies, therapeutic exercise, occupational therapy, speech therapy and other approaches to help patients recover or improve their physical function.