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Brian J Thornton PT

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

122 Maple Ave. Altamont NY, 12009
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Dr. Brian Thornton is a physiatrist practicing in Altamont, NY. Dr. Thornton is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Thornton 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. Thornton 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.

Education and Training

RUSSELL SAGE COLLEGE 1988

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Sciatica
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Rotator Cuff Syndrome
  • Pain
  • Tendonitis
  • Rotator Cuff Tear

Brian J Thornton PT's Practice location

Practice At 122 Maple Ave.

122 Maple Ave. -
Altamont, NY 12009
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New patients: 518-861-6608
Fax: 518-861-6573

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