Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is the starting point when integrating the person into the required services of FLM.
How can we help you?
The main goal is the assessment of the current status of the person with SCI and his/her therapeutic possibilities, including (among others):
- Evaluation of functions: setting therapies to achieve the recovery of the highest level of functions that is possible.
- Evaluation of the neurogenic bladder, providing advice and prevention of complications.
- Examination, treatment and training in evacuation patterns and alterations of the digestive system.
- Assessment, advice and prescription of treatments to heal pressure ulcers.
- Evaluation, treatment and monitoring of neuropathic pain.
- Examination, monitoring and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders derived from SCI.
- Prescription of orthoprosthetic aids, accessibility and assistance
Directed towards
People with spinal cord injury in a chronic phase who need care, evaluation, consultation or assessment to carry out a rehabilitation treatment or other activities.
Requirements
This consultation is available for people with spinal cord injury by making an appointment in advance, regardless their affiliation to FLM or ASPAYM Madrid.
Natacha Leon
Director of Medical Care Management
Doctor specialised in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Expert in Neuro-rehabilitation
Ivanna Lamas
Doctor specialised in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation