Mission Statement:
Buffalo Spine and Sports Institute, P.C. is dedicated to the clinical care, education and research that will help our patients return to their optimal function.
Comprehensive Team Approach:
In support of our mission of returning our patients to optimal function, Buffalo Spine and Sports Institute provides a non-operative, integrated team approach to treatment. We provide direct care and often coordinate health care professionals in a treatment program tailored for each patient.
Our Dedicated Staff includes:
> Physiatrists: Our experienced, board certified physicians specializing in the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, evaluate the impact of a condition on the whole person, not just symptoms. They see patients of all ages who are experiencing a wide range of problems, from sore shoulders to muscle weakness, which make it difficult to function at home, in the workplace or during recreational and athletic activities.
> Physical Therapists: Our skilled, licensed health professionals play a vital role in our patient's rehabilitation plan. In a dynamic approach which combines functional exercises, manipulation and other methods, they work to restore or maintain the patient's strength, mobility, and function. Their main goal is for patients to achieve freedom from pain, to prevent future injury and to return to an independent lifestyle at home, work and play.
> Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC): Our Functional Exercise Program Coordinator is a unique health care provider who specializes in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses that occur to athletes and the physically active. Lifting for Life, is our unique physician designed program, which provides an innovative and comprehensive approach to Function Based Exercise. The exercises mimic real life activities and build the participant's strength and stability. Unique sport specific programs are available including golf, skiing and running.
