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They have completed specialized training in the medical field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&amp;R). Their expertise covers a wide range of conditions \u2014 from shoulder pain to spinal cord injuries.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Their primary goal is to reduce pain and improve performance without surgery. 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