Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD, Physiatrist (Physical Medicine)
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Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

4901 Fort Hamilton Pkwy Brooklyn NY, 11219
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Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton is a physiatrist practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Reid-Thornton is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Reid-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. Reid-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

Howard University Medical School MD

Board Certification

Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAmerican Board of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationABPMR

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Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD's Expert Contributions
  • FREE Chronic Pain Masterclass

    Are you tired of living with chronic pain? Ready to take control and find relief? This masterclass is your golden ticket to a pain-free future! ⠀I am excited to invite you all to join me on July 9th at 3 pm PST for a life-changing Chronic Pain Masterclass that's completely FREE! ✨ Whether you're...

  • What exercise can I do for knee pain?

    To answer this I would need more information,like what is cause of your knee pain? Three are exercises I could recommend for osteoarthritis. For some they woyld be able to do them and for others those same exercises could cause pain, in which case I would modify the exercises. If I can be of more assistance please reach out on social media or my website: www.chronicpainrescue.com READ MORE

  • How does physical therapy relieve pain?

    Physical therapy helps relieve pain in several ways. They apply modalities like heat, ice pack, diathermy or electrical stimulation. They guide you in stretching exercises to help increase range of motion, decrease tightness or muscle contraction and strengthen the muscles which support your shoulder joint. When the muscles around the joint are stronger then the joint can move with less pain, despite the presence of things like osteoarthrits. If I can be of further assistance please reach put on social media or my website: www.chronicpainrescue.com READ MORE

  • What is the fastest recovery time for ACL surgery?

    I don't have an answer for that. I will say that the better shape a person is going into surgery, generally the sooner they recover. READ MORE

  • Is it OK to lift weights with scoliosis?

    Lifting weights may be beneficial for scoliosis. It would depend on the amount of weight, what the actual exercise is, maybe other factors as well. READ MORE

  • Can scoliosis be corrected through exercise?

    Short answer is sometimes. It depends on several things including the severity of the scoliosis, is it progressing. . One should see spine specialist regarding this. READ MORE

  • Why does my lower back hurt after exercise?

    I would have to know more about your back pain and what are the exercises you are doing. You can arrange a free 30 minute consultation if you go to my social media pages (FB, YT, IG or Pinterest): chronicpainrescue. Or you can go to www.chronicpainrescue.com to make an appointment. READ MORE

  • Is physical therapy necessary after hip replacement?

    After hip replacement surgery physical therapy is necessary. There are hip.precautions you must follow until the joint fully heals which takes ~ 3 months. The length of time therapy is needed varies. READ MORE

  • Can chronic wrist pain be cured with acupuncture?

    Maybe. If you are considering trying acupuncture you should give it a try.. You should know after a few visits if it Is effective. Should you need further help please visit my website or call for an appointment READ MORE

  • Can you get physiotherapy on hospice?

    Generally while on hospice one cannot get physical therapy. READ MORE

  • What exercises are good for shoulder tendonitis?

    That depends on what tendon, extent of damage.....I have shoulder exercises posted on my FB, IG, YT and Pinterest pages. Check out chronicpainrescue. And if you would like a more in depth evaluation go to chronicpainrescue.com and set up an appointment READ MORE

  • How long does it take to recover from hand nerve damage surgery?

    This depends on the severity of the nerve damage. Nerves grow or regrow about an inch a month. If you require any more assistance or help in recovering please check out my website where you can make an appointment with me. Best to you, Dr. Ruth READ MORE

  • I have severe pain in my right shoulder and upper chest area?

    Hi, First I should say it's important if pain continues another week or more that seeing a health care provider would be important as I am not actuakky examining you and there may be other signs to help accurateky diagnose and treat you. That said from what you have described the bump you have-painful and radiating pain and moveable- it sounds like a trigger point. When muscles are strained and painful the continued pain can cause tightness. The tightness can cause pain and the muscle can develop bumps known as trigger points. Trigger points become a source of pain themselves. They are a feature of myocardial pain. The fascia us the connective tissue lining covering all our muscles. When the fascia becomes irritated the nerves traveling in the fascia lining are irritated as well and pain can radiate from its origin to other areas in the region. I would recommend you continue Ibuprofen as needed for a week or so since it has helped you. Applying an ice pack for 15 minutes, taking a hot shower or doing both consecutively may also bring relief. Applying acupressure by using your knuckle to massage the trigger point will also help to break up and lessen the trigger point. Regarding your shoulder, you may have some arthritis that has been aggravated. Please check out my Facebook, Instagram or YouTube channel, chronicpainrescue for exercises for shoulder pain. Once your pain is less you should also do these exercises to strengthen your shoulder. Please reach out again to let me know if this information was helpful to you. Best to you, Dr. Ruth READ MORE

  • What exercises are good for scoliosis?

    Scoliosis can be helped with both back stretching and strengthening. Stretching exercises include lying on your back, bringing one or both knees to your chest and using hands to hold them there for 10 seconds. Strengthening exercises include doing planks, crunches. Also aerobic exercise like walling, cycling low impact aerobics is good overall for pain. Please see your health care provider as I have not examined you and there may be things I have missed not having the opportunity to see and examine you in person. Please reach out again if you have other questions or just to let me knowvif this information was helpful to you Best to you Dr. Ruth READ MORE

  • Do you need physical therapy after hip surgery?

    Hi After hip surgery physical therapy is needed. The length of time varies. Depending on the person, their overall health and medical issues, length of time needing physical therapy can vary from a week or two to six months or more Dr. Ruth READ MORE

  • Is physical therapy effective after ankle surgery?

    After most surgeries, particularly after joint and musculoskeletal surgeries, physical therapy is important in order to regain range of motion, strength, balance and mobility and to help with the healing process READ MORE

  • Can you get a cortisone injection in your hip for pain while on blood thinners?

    I suggest you ask the clinician who will be administering the injection that question. Each practitioner may do things differently. Some providers will have patient notbtake their blood thinners for a few days in order to get the injection, to reduce the risk of bleeding. READ MORE

  • What can you not do with tennis elbow?

    There are several things that can be done for tennis elbow. Please check out my posts on social media regarding the anti-inflammatory diet. There are exercises which can help. Some people have found relief with applying an elbow band . Best to you. If you have further questions or would like to work with me check out my social media posts or website: www.chronicpainrescue.com READ MORE

  • Can a car drive cause hip pain?

    Hi, answer to the question: can a car ride cause hip pain? The short answer is yes. Depending on what's going on at the hip, like having osteoarthritis, and of the car ride is prolonged, someone could experience hip pain. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Physical medicine and rehabilitation

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation  
  • American Academy of Physician Life Care Planners  
  • Academy of Holistic and Integrative Medicine  

Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD's Practice location

Practice At 4901 Fort Hamilton Pkwy

4901 Fort Hamilton Pkwy -
Brooklyn, NY 11219
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2650 Elm Ave Suite 210 -
Long Beach, CA 90806
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1428 VICTORY BLVD -
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Get to know Physiatrist Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, who serves patients in Long Beach, California.

An experienced specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Reid-Thornton has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. 

As the Founder of Chronic Pain Rescue in Long Beach, California, she has dedicated her practice to helping people suffering from chronic pain without the need for opiates. She strives to help others understand that diet, exercise, and other interventions can truly make a difference. 

For high quality of living, Dr. Reid-Thornton has helped her patients rehabilitate from injuries or complications of disease through a range of treatment and rehabilitation techniques, including the application of holistic and integrative medicine principles.

Certified in homeopathy, she can recommend medicines and supplements which are safer to use than most products, and is uniquely qualified to provide Life Care Planning. 

Regarding her educational background, Dr. Reid-Thornton earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Wellesley College in 1984. She then went on to earn her medical degree from the Howard University College of Medicine in 1991, after which she performed her internship at Howard University Hospital in 1992 and her residency at SUNY Downstate in 1995.

With expertise in musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, the doctor is a Diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (ABPMR). The mission of the ABPMR is to serve the public by improving the quality of patient care in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This is accomplished through a process of certification and maintenance of certification that fosters excellence and encourages continuous learning.

Board-certified in holistic and integrative medicine, Dr. Reid-Thornton is also a Diplomate of the  American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine.

Among her professional affiliations include the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the American Academy of Physician Life Care Planners, and the Academy of Holistic and Integrative Medicine.

Physical medicine and rehabilitation, also known as physiatry and physiatrics, is a branch of medicine that aims to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments or disabilities. Physiatrists treat a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons.

Residing in Long Beach, Dr. Reid-Thornton enjoys spending time with family and friends, going to the theater, and singing.

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