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“THE ROLE OF THE PHYSIATRIST IN THE MANAGEMENT OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS AND INJURIES”

With great honor, the Scientific Director of the Physiatriki Rehabilitation Unit and the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation of IASO Thessalias, Mr. Efthimios Kouloulas, participated—upon invitation by the Honorary President of the Hellenic Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (EEFIAP) and President of the European Academy of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Mrs. Xanthi Michail,… Read More “THE ROLE OF THE PHYSIATRIST IN THE MANAGEMENT OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS AND INJURIES”

Spasticity Management

What Is Spasticity and How Is It Treated?By: Efthymios Kouloulas, MD, PhDPhysiatrist, SFEBPRM, ISMST CertifiedScientific Director, Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, IASO ThessalyScientific Director, Physiatriki Rehabilitation Unit What Is Spasticity? Spasticity is a complication characterized by continuous, involuntary contraction of specific muscle groups in the upper or lower limbs, resulting from damage to the… Read More Spasticity Management

Regenerative Medicine and Rehabilitation of an Ankle Fracture

An 84-year-old female patient with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus sustained a right ankle injury following a fall. Radiographic evaluation revealed a fracture of the lateral malleolus (ankle). With the patient’s informed consent, and instead of the standard conservative medical treatment (which would typically involve immobilization with a below-knee cast and non-weight bearing… Read More Regenerative Medicine and Rehabilitation of an Ankle Fracture

High-Intensity Magnetic Stimulation – Super Inductive System – A Breakthrough in Rehabilitation

Since 2016, the Physiatriki Rehabilitation Unit has been the first and only provider in Thessaly to offer the innovative rehabilitation service of High-Intensity Magnetic Stimulation – Super Inductive System (SIS). This cutting-edge technology has been applied exclusively to patients, bringing a new era of therapeutic possibilities to the field of rehabilitation.

Innovative Extracorporeal Spasticity Management in a Neurological Patient – International Recognition

A pioneering study involving Dr. Efthimios Kouloulas, Scientific Director of the Physiatriki Rehabilitation Unit in Greece, was recently published in the international medical literature. The study highlights the effectiveness of extracorporeal spasticity management through high-intensity magnetic stimulation in a patient with post-stroke spasticity—a common and debilitating complication in many neurological conditions. The research demonstrates that… Read More Innovative Extracorporeal Spasticity Management in a Neurological Patient – International Recognition

Presentation at Scientific Conference: “Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Upper Limb”

Dr. Efthymios Kouloulas, Scientific Director, delivered a presentation titled “Upper Limb Tendonitis – New Perspectives in Rehabilitation” during the Scientific Conference on Upper Limb Musculoskeletal Disorders, organized by the Department for the Study and Management of Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Hellenic Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in collaboration with the 1st Orthopedic Clinic of… Read More Presentation at Scientific Conference: “Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Upper Limb”

Innovative Fracture Healing Therapy – Global Announcement

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International Recognition – Dr. Kouloulas Invited Speaker at Innovative Rehabilitation Technology Seminar in Hong Kongv

An educational seminar on innovative medical pain therapy was held with Dr. Efthymios I. Kouloulas, Scientific Director of the Physiatriki Rehabilitation Unit, as the official invited speaker, presenting for the first time to healthcare professionals in Hong Kong, Asia. On November 24, 2017, Dr. Kouloulas, invited by BTL Company and Health Care & Co, shared… Read More International Recognition – Dr. Kouloulas Invited Speaker at Innovative Rehabilitation Technology Seminar in Hong Kongv

Collaboration with IASO Thessaly – Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

With great honor and a strong sense of responsibility, the Physiatriki Rehabilitation Unit has undertaken the operation of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at IASO Thessaly, one of the leading private hospitals in Greece. Through this collaboration, Physiatriki is committed to providing high-quality rehabilitation services, both basic and specialized, within a state-of-the-art medical… Read More Collaboration with IASO Thessaly – Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Latest Advances in the Rehabilitation of Upper Limb Overuse Injuries

Dr. Efthymios I. Kouloulas, Scientific Director of the Physiatriki Rehabilitation Unit, presented the latest data on the rehabilitation of upper limb overuse injuries during the Round Table Discussion at the 23rd Joint National Congress of the Hellenic Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery and the Hellenic Society for Surgery of the Hand and Upper Limb. Physiatriki is… Read More Latest Advances in the Rehabilitation of Upper Limb Overuse Injuries