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Patient Generated Forces

Patient generated forces refer to the internal muscular forces produced by the patient through their own voluntary actions or physiological processes. These forces include voluntary movements such as pushing or pulling, breathing, and the body’s inherent / involuntary ability to self-correct. Such internal forces exerted by the patients on their own body segments as an intervention are called as ‘patient generated forces’. For example, muscle … Continue reading Patient Generated Forces

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Training Load Metrics

Understanding Training Load Metrics in Rehabilitation In rehabilitation, training load is a key variable that therapists adjust to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes. This load can be categorized into two primary types: external load and internal load. External Load (Demand) External load refers to measurable aspects that exist outside the patient, such as the physical work load prescribed during rehabilitation. In the context of resistance training, … Continue reading Training Load Metrics

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Quantification of Training Load

Historically, clinicians have relied on extensive personal experience to prescribe training regimens aimed at optimizing patient outcomes. However, a more modern approach emphasizes the use of scientific methods to quantify training load in order to create effective training programs. Quantification Methods Various methods have been employed to quantify training load, including: – Questionnaires – Training diaries – Physiological monitoring – Direct observation Recently, new indices … Continue reading Quantification of Training Load

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Diseases and Conditions

Diseases and Conditions | Find diseases & conditions by first letter or number A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z # ———————————————————————————– Section A Acute flaccid myelitis Acute flaccid paralysis Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Lou Gehrig’s disease Arthritis Asthma Athlete’s foot Atrial fibrillation Autism spectrum disorder Section … Continue reading Diseases and Conditions

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Diagnostic Agreement

Importance of agreement between clinicians while making a diagnosis Agreement between clinicians is an important factor in the context of making a diagnosis. When multiple clinicians agree on a diagnosis or the interpretation of diagnostic data, it can enhance the reliability of the diagnostic process, improve patient outcomes, and provide a more robust framework for decision-making. Let’s explore how clinician agreement plays a role in … Continue reading Diagnostic Agreement

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