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Common conditions: pain, stroke, brain injury, neuromuscular disorders, musculoskeletal problems, sports injuries, spinal cord injuries Our physical medicine and rehabilitation doctors and

therapists focus on whole-body health. They can help you manage your pain, increase your independence, and improve your quality of life with services like: PHYSIATRY Rehabilitation Medicine

services are performed by board certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation medical doctors, also called physiatrists. The physiatrist evaluates, treats, and coordinates rehabilitation

care  with the goal of maximizing function AMPUTEE CLINIC All veterans with major amputations should be referred to Rehabilitation Medicine for education, assessment and training. Veterans

are evaluated in this clinic by a team of rehabilitation and prosthetic providers to determine the rehabilitation plan and artificial limb prescription when appropriate. Appointments can be

made by a consult or through direct scheduling by calling option #2. PHYSICAL THERAPY Physical therapy provides evidence-based care. Physical therapists examine each individual and develop a

treatment plan. Evidence-based services are used to decrease disability, reduce pain, improve function and independence, prevent illness, promote wellness and restore quality of life. The

service is available by consultation. KINESIOTHERAPY (KT)  Kinesiotherapy is the application of scientifically based exercise principles adapted to enhance the strength, endurance, and

mobility of individuals with functional limitations or those requiring extended physical conditioning. Available by consultation to Outpatient Therapy. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY The core purpose

of Occupational Therapy is the evaluation and assessment of a patient's ability to perform self care and daily life tasks. This include fine motor skills, cognitive training and more.

Available by consultation request from provider. BLIND REHABILITATION We offer a wide range of services for legally blind, low vision, and traumatic brain injured (TBI) Veterans. If you are

experiencing problems performing daily living activities, please call the Vision Rehabilitation Team at . The clinic is located on the basement level, room GC-208/210 CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES

VA doctors of chiropractic (DCs) provide diagnosis and management of non-operative neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions. This most commonly includes problems in the low back, neck,

and other joints.  VA DCs provide diagnosis and management consistent with both VA and external evidence-based guidelines. Chiropractic treatment options include patient education, active

rehabilitation, spinal manipulation and other manual therapies. VA DCs may also provide acupuncture or other novel therapies as non-pharmacologic options for Veteran care. PM&R SPECIALTY

CLINICS POLYTRAUMA REHABILITATION Available for patients with injuries to multiple body parts or organ systems that can result in physical, cognitive, psychological, and/or psychosocial

impairments and functional disabilities. TBI frequently occurs in polytrauma in combination with other disabling conditions. Available by consultation to Polytrauma, scheduling in room

GC-210, . WHEELED MOBILITY CLINIC (ADD) Available for patients requiring an assessment for a custom wheeled mobility device. An evaluation is performed by a therapist or team of providers to

determine equipment needs and plan of care. Available by consultation to Wheeled Mobility Clinic or by calling option #2 to make an appointment through direct scheduling. DRIVER

REHABILITATION Available for patients requiring drivers assessment and rehabilitation due to a physical or cognitive impairment. This includes simulated driving assessment and training on

the road with adapted vehicles. Available by consultation to Drivers Rehab. HOURS: OUTPATIENT REHABILITATION CLINICS ARE OPEN MONDAY- FRIDAY, 7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. An appointment is

required. WALK-IN VISITS are available for equipment training and pickup (an order from a provider is required for the item)  Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12:30 p.m. - 1:00

p.m.) INPATIENT ACUTE REHAB: Physical and Occupational therapy services are offered Monday- Friday from 7:00am- 4:30pm. On Saturdays and Sundays limited therapy is provided between 8:00am-

4:00pm. Consults are required and are received within 24 hours. COMMUNITY LIVING CENTER (CLC) REHAB: Therapy services are offered to sub-acute rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice

residents of the CLC through consultation from medical providers. Physical therapy, Occupational therapy and Kinesiotherapy are offered by appointment only, Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30

p.m. Saturdays, 8:00 am. to 4:30 p.m. PHYSICAL THERAPY is also offered at the following CBOC SITES: * Ft Belvoir (VA) * Montgomery County (MD) * Charlotte Hall (MD) Consults and appointments

are required for physical therapy at a CBOC. Please refer to the Washington DC VA Medical Center website for CBOC hours.  NOTE: THERE IS NO PHYSICAL MEDICINE COVERAGE (INPATIENT OR

OUTPATIENT) ON FEDERAL HOLIDAYS. To speak with a PM&R Clinic, call and use the following options: Option #1- Main phone line for scheduling or reaching Physical & Occupational

therapy, Kinesiotherapy, Physiatry, Chiropractic and Polytrauma services. Option #2- Wheeled Mobility and Amputation clinic requests Option #5- VISOR Blind Rehabilitation Option #9-

Cancellation and re-scheduling requests Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation service is located in the medical center basement, floor GC, room 210. Dial to contact this service.