Neurorehabilitation
Neurorehabilitation
Neurorehabilitation (pronounced: noo-roh-ree-huh-bil-i-tey-shuhn) is a complex medical process which aims to aid recovery from a nervous system injury, and to minimize and/or compensate for any functional alterations resulting from it.
Etymology
The term "Neurorehabilitation" is derived from two words: "Neuro" which is a prefix from the Ancient Greek word "neuron" meaning nerve, and "rehabilitation" which originates from the Latin "rehabilitare", meaning to make fit again.
Definition
In the context of medical treatment, Neurorehabilitation works with the skills and attitudes of the disabled person and their family and friends. It promotes their skills to work at the highest level of independence possible for them. It also encourages them to rebuild self-esteem and a positive mood. Thus, they can adapt to the new situation and become empowered for successful and committed community reintegration.
Related Terms
- Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Rehabilitation (medicine): The process of helping an individual achieve the highest level of function, independence, and quality of life possible after illness, injury, or onset of disease.
- Physical therapy: The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise.
- Occupational therapy: The use of particular activities as an aid to recuperation from physical or mental illness.
- Speech therapy: The treatment of speech and communication disorders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neurorehabilitation
- Wikipedia's article - Neurorehabilitation
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