Ch 14 Rehabilitation Services Terms Flashcards
activities of daily living (ADL)
activities usually performed in the course of a normal day, such as eating, dressing, and washing
adaptive equipment
modification of equipment or devices to improve the function and independence of a person with a disability
body mechanics
used of good posture while performing activities of daily living to prevent injury and stress on body parts
ergonomics
study of human work including how the requirements for performing work and the work environment affect the musculoskeletal and nervous system
fine motor skills
use of precise and coordinated movements in such activities such as writing, buttoning, and cutting.
gait
manner of walking
gross motor skills
use of large muscle groups that coordinate body movements such as walking, running, jumping, and balance.
lower extremity (LE)
refers to one of the legs
mobility
state of having normal movement of all body parts
orthotics
use of equipment, such as splints and braces, to support a paralyzed muscle, promote a specific motion, or correct musculoskeletal deformities.
physical medicine
branch of medicine focused on restoring function. Primarily cares for patients with musculoskeletal and nervous system disorders. Physician is a physiatrist
prosthetics
artificial devices, such as limbs and joints, that replace a missing body part
range of motion (ROM)
range of movement of a joint, from maximum flexion through maximum extension. It is measured as degrees of a circle
rehabilitation
process of treatment and exercise that can help a person with a disability attain maximum function and well-being
upper extremity (UE)
refers to one of the arms
