Dr. Ariel Rivera MD
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Avenida El Jibaro Carr #172 Int Cidra PR, 00739About
Dr. Ariel Rivera is a physiatrist practicing in Cidra, PR. Dr. Rivera is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Rivera focuses on a patients ability to function, and can treat multiple conditions that affect the brain, nerves, spine, bones, muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. Dr. Rivera can diagnose and treat pain that is a result of injury, disease or a disabling condition. Physiatrists often lead a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists and physicians in a patients treatment or prevention plan.
Provider Details
Dr. Ariel Rivera MD's Practice location
Dr. Ariel Rivera, MD
Avenida El Jibaro Carr #172 Int -Cidra, PR 00739Get Direction
Dr. Ariel Rivera MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
![]()
What Is Saddle Paresthesia?Saddle ParesthesiaA set of severe sciatica symptoms are described in saddle paresthesia. These symptoms can occur in the buttocks, perineum, and groin. Sometimes, this condition is also referred to as saddle anesthesia. When there is a sensation of tingling and numbness in the affected area, the...
![]()
Complications of OsteoporosisOsteoporosis is a condition that results in bone loss. There are no visible signs or symptoms of this disorder; it only becomes noticeable when you suddenly suffer from bone breakage or fractures. Pain resulting from osteoporosis can affect the quality of your life or even trigger detrimental...
![]()
Sprained Ribs: What You Need to KnowThe ribs form a cage-like structure that helps protect the heart and lungs against injuries. There are 24 ribs in the human body with 12 ribs on each side. Rib injuries can affect the lungs or heart if treatment is not given in a timely manner. What is a sprained rib?A sprained rib is also called...
![]()
Muscular Dystrophy: Telling a Child the Truth About His/Her ConditionMuscular dystrophy is a category of muscle diseases that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass. Muscular dystrophy (MD) is either inherited or can be due to a genetic mutation. Kids with MD usually follow a normal pattern of growth development in the first few years of their lives,...
![]()
What Is Sacroiliitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Home RemediesWhat is sacroiliitis?An inflammation of one or both sacroiliac joints is known as sacroiliitis. This condition happens when the lower spine and pelvis connect. In other words, we can say that a sacroiliac joint is the union of the sacrum and ilium. The sacroiliac joint is bound by thick ligaments...
![]()
What Is Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement Surgery?Minimally invasive knee replacement surgery is a term used to describe several procedures and modifications of conventional knee replacement aimed to reduce tissue trauma. Unlike other procedures that involve a deep cut on your knee to expose the joint, the procedure's main goal is to reduce or...
Nearest Hospitals
HOSPITAL MENONITA DE CAYEYl
BO. RINCON SECTOR LAS LOMAS KM.3.1 CARR 14 CAYEY PR 737MENNONITE GENERAL HOSPITAL INCl
CALLE JOSE C VASQUEZ BO. CAONILLAS AIBONITO PR 705HOSPITAL MENONITA CAGUAS INCl
CARR 172 EXIT 21 URB TURABO GARDENS CAGUAS PR 725