​To Help Us Understand Why We Need Special Providers for our Care.

 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitative Physicians (or) Physiatrist
Note:  Dr. William DeMayo, MD is a PPS experienced Rehabilitative Physician.  You can find his Articles and Biography HERE.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - "Physiatrist"
By Dr. Margarita Correa, MD (Posted by PHI)

What is Physiatry?  How can it help me?
From Richard Bruno, HD, PhD

What is a Physiatrist ?
From The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

What is a Physiatrist?
What types of treatment do they offer?

What is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Doctor?  (Physiatrist)

Additional PPS Health Care Providers

Footwear - The Foundation for Balance
By Bartholomew H. Faherty, C.Ped, O.S.T.

Identifying Best Practices in Diagnosis and Care
From Post-Polio Health International

Is it OK for me to see a Chiropractor?
By Dr. Victoria Burke, DC

What is an Orthotist ?
By Andrea Lawall Rogue

Physical Therapy and PPS - a guide to finding care.
By Shanti Chacko Molayal, PT, DPT

Physical Therapy - What is it ?
From WebMD

The Role of a Primary Care Physician in the Life of a Polio Survivor
​By Dr. William DeMayo, MD (for Post-Polio Health International)

When a Post-Polio Clinic is not an Option
By Carol Vandenakker, MD