physiatrics

physiatrics
1. Old term for physical therapy. 2. Rehabilitation management. [G. physis, nature, + iatrikos, healing]

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phys·iat·rics .fiz-ē-'a-triks n pl but sing or pl in constr PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION

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phys·iat·rics (fiz″e-atґriks) [physi- + -iatrics] physiatry.

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  • physiatrics — fɪzɪ ætrɪks n. physiotherapy, treatment through physical means (such as massage, exercise, etc.) …   English contemporary dictionary

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