Physiatric therapeutics. 6. The rehabilitation team/behavioral management

Abstract

This self-directed learning module highlights advances in the rehabilitation team and behavioral management. It is part of the chapter on physiatric therapeutics for the Self-Directed Medical Knowledge Program Study Guide for practitioners and trainees in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This section discusses the patient-care team, the physician as team leader, successful team management, behavior and change in behavior, and behavioral medicine applications. Advances covered in this section include barriers to patient autonomy in the patient-care setting, the process of behavioral change, and available therapeutic methods.