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  • A Different Way to Alleviate Pain

    A Different Way to Alleviate Pain

    posted by Signature Medical Group on Thursday, September 21, 2017

    A physiatrist (fi-zahy-uh-trist) is a doctor who specializes in physical medicine, rehabilitation and pain medicine. A physiatrist focuses on the body's musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves.

  • Six Tips to Relieve Chronic Pain

    Six Tips to Relieve Chronic Pain

    posted by Signature Medical Group on Wednesday, April 26, 2017

    Those who experience chronic pain know how debilitating it can be. Everyday activities are a chore. It's hard to walk or even sleep.

  • Alleviating Muscle Pain Without Surgery

    Alleviating Muscle Pain Without Surgery

    posted by Signature Medical Group on Saturday, November 5, 2016

    Do you suffer from pain in your bones, joints or muscles? Are you looking to cure your aches without surgery? A Signature Medical Group physiatrist may be what you need.

  • Stroke Victim Walks Again

    Stroke Victim Walks Again

    posted by Signature Medical Group on Friday, June 26, 2015

    Four years ago, Allyn Schwinn had a stroke. It paralyzed her left side and left her with pain in her arm and leg. Now she visits Atul Patel, MD, a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist with Kansas City Bone & Joint Clinic. Dr. Patel monitors her Baclofen Pump and also gives Allyn Botox injections to help with spasticity in her left arm. Allyn can now walk with the use of a cane.