Introduction Flashcards
1
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Define Exercise?
A
Physical or mental activity that you do to stay healthy or become stronger.
2
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Define Therapy?
A
The treatment of a physical problem or illness.
3
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Define Exercise Therapy?
A
The treatment of injury and disease by movement.
4
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What are the aims of exercise therapy?
A
Mobilise all joints. Strengthen weak muscles. Re-educate patterns of movement. Re-educate balance and proprioception. Re-educate Neuro-muscular co-ordination. Postural Training. Improve Function. Improve Confidence. Teach trick movements when normal movements are not possible.