News from UC Davis Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

ResearchMarch 04, 2025
NIH research funding fuels innovation and health discovery

The Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research ranked UC Davis School of Medicine among the nation’s leading medical schools in terms of NIH grants, with funding of around $210 million.
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Food and NutritionJanuary 03, 2025
Do collagen, omega-3 and whey supplements help your bones?

In a Q&A, Professor of Neurobiology and Physiology Keith Baar discusses the effects of collagen, whey protein and omega-3 supplements on bone, tendons and joint health.
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Children's HealthSeptember 25, 2024
Telehealth visits can expand access to pediatric physiatry care

A new study finds hybrid appointments are viable alternatives to in-person physiatry exams for children.
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Physical Medicine and RehabilitationSeptember 25, 2024
‘It’s hard work, but worth it’: Marcia Faustin on life as a family, sports medicine doctor

Marcia Faustin, the co-head physician of the U.S. Gymnastics women’s team and UC Davis Division I intercollegiate athletics, reflects on her journey as a Black female physician delivering care to patients of all ages.
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AgingAugust 19, 2024
Innovative research looks at walking and healthy aging

UC Davis Health researcher tests technology which leverages computer vision to perform 3D analysis, in a local retirement community.
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Physical Medicine and RehabilitationJuly 24, 2024
Protecting athletes’ mental health from social media risks

Marcia Faustin, co-head physician for the U.S. Gymnastics Team at the Paris Olympics, shares her take on the impact of social media on athletes’ mental health.
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