Mobile
Mobile (medicine)
Mobile (pronounced: /ˈmoʊ.baɪl/) in the context of medicine, refers to the ability or capacity of a person or body part to move or be moved freely and easily. The term is derived from the Latin word "mobilis", which means movable or flexible.
Etymology
The term "mobile" originates from the Latin word "mobilis", which translates to movable or flexible. In the medical context, it is used to describe the ability of a person or body part to move or be moved freely and easily.
Related Terms
- Mobility (medicine): Refers to the quality or state of being mobile or movable. It is often used in the context of physical therapy and rehabilitation.
- Immobile (medicine): The opposite of mobile, it refers to the inability or limited ability of a person or body part to move or be moved.
- Mobility aid: A device designed to assist walking or otherwise improve the mobility of people with a mobility impairment.
- Physical therapy: A branch of rehabilitative health that uses specially designed exercises and equipment to help patients regain or improve their physical abilities.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mobile
- Wikipedia's article - Mobile
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