Move
Move (moov)
Move (pronounced: /mu:v/) is a term commonly used in the medical field to refer to the action of changing position or place. It is derived from the Old English word 'mōvian', which means to go, move, or depart.
Etymology
The term 'move' has its roots in the Old English word 'mōvian', which is akin to the Old High German 'mouwen', meaning to move. It entered the English language around the 13th century.
Related Terms
- Motion: The action or process of moving or being moved.
- Locomotion: The ability to move from one place to another.
- Motor Skills: The ability to move and control the movements of the body.
- Muscle Contraction: The movement of muscles that allows for motion.
- Physical Therapy: A field of healthcare that focuses on helping patients regain or improve their movement and physical abilities.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, 'move' can refer to a variety of actions. It can refer to the physical movement of a patient, such as when a patient is moved from one room to another in a hospital. It can also refer to the movement of body parts, such as when a doctor instructs a patient to move their arm or leg during a physical examination. Additionally, 'move' can refer to the action of a substance moving through the body, such as when a medication moves through the bloodstream.
See Also
- Mobility (medicine): The ability to move or be moved freely and easily.
- Motor Control: The process by which humans and animals use their brain/cognition to activate and coordinate the muscles and limbs involved in the performance of a motor skill.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Move
- Wikipedia's article - Move
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