IAPMR

What IAPMR makes

Topics rehabilitation, physiatry, disability, patient-education, medical

IAPMR, Indian Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, is a scientific body of the Medical Doctors (Physiatrists), working in the speciality of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR). "Physical medicine and rehabilitation" , also known as "Physiatry" or "Rehabilitation Medicine", aims to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments or disabilities affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. A physician having completed training (Post MBBS- MD/DNB/Dip.PMR) in this field is referred to as a physiatrist. The goals of the physiatrist are to maximize patients’ independence in activities of daily living and improve quality of life. IAPMR is a registered society promoting education and research in PMR. This YouTube channel serves purpose of imparting patient education on social media, and platform for various academic activity.

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