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physiatrics
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phys·i·at·rics  (fz-trks)
n. (used with a sing. verb)
1. See physical medicine.
2. Physical therapy.
physiatrics [ˌfɪzɪˈætrɪks]
n
(Medicine) (functioning as singular) Med US another name for physiotherapy
[from physio- + -iatrics]
physiatric , physiatrical adj
physiatrics
the medical use of natural, nonmanufactured agents. — physiatrical, adj.
See also: Medical Specialties
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Noun1.physiatrics - therapy that uses physical agents: exercise and massage and other modalitiesphysiatrics - 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
rehabilitation - the treatment of physical disabilities by massage and electrotherapy and exercises
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