Physical medicine and rehabilitation

At Penn Medicine, our physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) services offer comprehensive care to help patients recover and improve their quality of life. Here’s how we support patients across various rehabilitation needs:

• Amputee care: We provide specialized care for individuals who have undergone amputations, focusing on prosthetic fitting and training, wound care and rehabilitation to enhance mobility and functionality.
• Cancer rehabilitation: Our cancer rehabilitation services help patients regain strength, mobility, and function after cancer treatments. We address issues such as fatigue, weakness and pain to support recovery and improve overall well-being.
• Electrodiagnostic medicine: We use electrodiagnostic tests, such as electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCV), to diagnose and assess nerve and muscle conditions. These tests help guide treatment plans for conditions like neuropathy and muscular disorders.
• Physical therapy: Our physical therapy services are designed to help patients improve movement, strength, and function through tailored exercise programs and therapeutic techniques. Physical therapy is used to address a wide range of conditions, including injuries, surgeries and chronic pain.
• Neurorehabilitation: We offer specialized neurorehabilitation for patients with neurological conditions, such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, or spinal cord injury. Our approach includes therapies aimed at restoring cognitive, motor and sensory functions.
• Pain treatment: Our pain management services include various approaches to alleviate chronic pain, such as medication management, physical therapy and interventional procedures. We work to identify the underlying causes of pain and develop effective treatment plans.
• Pelvic floor dysfunction and rehab: We provide targeted rehabilitation for pelvic floor dysfunction, addressing issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain, and weakness. Our treatments include physical therapy and exercises to strengthen and restore pelvic floor function.
• Spine rehabilitation: Our spine rehabilitation services focus on treating and managing spine-related conditions, including back pain, herniated discs, and spinal injuries. We use a combination of physical therapy, pain management, and educational strategies to support recovery.
• Sports rehabilitation: We offer rehabilitation services for athletes and active individuals recovering from sports-related injuries. Our approach includes injury-specific therapies, strength and conditioning programs, and strategies to prevent future injuries and enhance performance.

Our PM&R services provide personalized, patient-centered care to help individuals recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Penn Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services designed to enhance quality of life and promote independence for patients with various disabilities. Our physiatrists are subspecialty trained, with many having completed fellowships in their areas of expertise. We work closely with healthcare professionals across the Penn Medicine system to deliver seamless, patient-centered care.

Penn Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) provides both inpatient and outpatient services to address a wide range of needs.

• Inpatient services are offered within our specialized facilities, where patients receive intensive, round-the-clock care for severe or complex conditions. These services include rehabilitation for acute injuries, recovery from surgery, and management of chronic disabilities.
• Outpatient services are designed for patients who do not require overnight stays. These services include scheduled visits for ongoing therapy, rehabilitation, and management of long-term conditions. Our outpatient care focuses on helping patients achieve and maintain their independence while integrating their treatment with daily life.

GSPP Rehabilitation offers innovative rehabilitation for conditions ranging from simple to extremely complex. As the official therapy partner of Penn Medicine, GSPP provides cutting-edge treatments and specialized care to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes. Our expertise and advanced rehabilitation techniques ensure that patients receive top-quality care tailored to their unique needs.

Both settings ensure a continuum of care, with physiatrists collaborating across the Penn Medicine system to provide personalized, effective treatment tailored to each patient’s needs.