Recharge
Recharge (medical term)
Recharge (pronounced: ree-charj) is a term used in the medical field to describe the process of restoring energy or vitality, often in the context of physical therapy or rehabilitation.
Etymology
The term 'recharge' originates from the mid-16th century, from the French word 'recharger', which means 'to load again'. In the medical context, it is used metaphorically to describe the restoration of energy or vitality.
Definition
In the medical field, 'recharge' refers to the process of restoring energy or vitality to a person or body part that has been depleted due to illness, injury, or fatigue. This can be achieved through various methods such as rest, nutrition, hydration, exercise, and medication.
Related Terms
- Recovery: The process of returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength.
- Revitalize: To give new life or vigor to.
- Rehabilitation: The action of restoring someone to health or normal life through training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness.
- Rest: A period of inactivity, relaxation, or sleep that refreshes the body and mind.
- Nutrition: The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
- Hydration: The process of causing something to absorb water.
- Exercise: Physical activity that is done in order to become stronger and healthier.
- Medication: A substance used for medical treatment, especially a medicine or drug.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Recharge
- Wikipedia's article - Recharge
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