Effortless
Effortless
Effortless (/ˈɛfərtlɪs/), derived from the Middle English term "effort" and the suffix "-less" indicating absence, is a term used in various medical contexts to describe a process or action that requires minimal or no exertion.
Etymology
The term "effortless" is a compound of the Middle English "effort", which is derived from the Old French "esfort", meaning "force, impetuosity, strength, power", and the suffix "-less", which is used to form adjectives meaning "lacking in" or "free from" the thing specified.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, "effortless" is often used to describe actions or processes that occur naturally or without conscious exertion. For example, breathing is often described as "effortless" under normal conditions, but may become labored or difficult in the presence of certain respiratory diseases.
Similarly, the term can be used to describe the ease with which certain medical procedures are performed. For instance, an endoscopy may be described as "effortless" if it is performed smoothly and without complications.
Related Terms
- Effort tolerance: The degree to which a person can exert themselves physically before experiencing discomfort or fatigue.
- Effort syndrome: A condition characterized by shortness of breath and rapid heartbeat brought on by physical exertion.
- Effort thrombosis: A type of deep vein thrombosis that occurs as a result of strenuous physical activity.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Effortless
- Wikipedia's article - Effortless
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