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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

 
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Physical medicine and rehabilitation focuses on restoring the health and functional abilities after illness or injury, such as a stroke, spinal cord injury, heart surgery, amputation, joint replacement, sports injuries, spinal disorders and other conditions. We work with you to develop a custom treatment plan built around your individual needs.

 
 

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The Patient Resource Center provides assistance between appointments with your physician. For assistance between therapy appointments, please contact the clinic location.
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At Johns Hopkins Medicine, your health and safety are our very highest priorities. We are ready to care for you and your family in our hospitals, surgery centers, and through in-person clinic and online video visits.

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COVID-19 Rehabilitation News

How long covid could change the way we think about disability

 

Physician Group Releases Guidance on Cardiovascular Issues in Long COVID

 

‘A wake up call’: experts release new guidance on cardiovascular symptoms of long COVID

 

Post-illness Symptoms Like Long Covid Are Probably More Common Than We Think

 

How Does COVID-19 Affect the Brain? A Troubling Picture Emerges 

 

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Drs. Engle and Emam selected as "Top Doctor"

Congratulations to both Drs. Engle and Emam for being selected as "Top Doctors" in 2022!

Career Opportunities in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Our department is growing and we are hiring for several rewarding opportunities. Join our team to help us advance the field of rehabilitation while helping our patients return to the activities they enjoy.

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Dr. Suskauer named Director of the Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation

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Congratulations to Stacy Suskauer, M.D., who was recently named Director of the Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation!

Dr. Emam named Director of the Musculoskeletal Center

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Congratulations to Mohammed Emam, M.D., who was recently named Director of the Musculoskeletal Center!

Patient Care Post-COVID-19 Care

We are collaborating with the Department of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine and the Johns Hopkins Home Care Group to establish an interdisciplinary, standardized approach to address the unique needs of COVID-19 survivors.

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Featured Article Coronavirus Recovery: Breathing Exercises

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COVID-19 affects the lungs and respiratory system, which can lead to significant damage. “Working toward recovery starts simple: with a focus on breathing,” says Johns Hopkins physical therapist Peiting Lien. She offers a series of breathing exercises to aid in recovery.

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Research New Software May Help Neurology Patients Capture Clinical Data With Their Own Smartphones

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A new Hopkins-led study finds that pose estimation software could track human motion as accurately during motor function assessments. This software could allow physicians to perform these motor assessments without the patient leaving their homes.

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Patient Story Noninvasive Brain Stimulation: Michael's Story

Dr. Pablo Celnik and a physical therapist applying electrodes to Michael's head

Michael had a series of different injuries, starting with a fall that led to a traumatic brain injury and, eventually, a stroke. At one point in recovery, he was told he had reached his limit on what he could do - but that wasn't something Michael could accept.

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    A Care Team That Cares

    Our team of physicians, nurses, physical, occupational and speech therapists, and rehab psychologists work together to create a treatment plan just for you.
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    Educating Future Leaders

    Our PM&R experts work side-by-side with residents to help them apply classroom knowledge to a variety of clinical settings.
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