Going
Going
Going (pronunciation: /ˈɡəʊ.ɪŋ/) is a term often used in the medical field, particularly in the context of patient mobility and physical therapy.
Etymology
The term "going" originates from the Old English word "gān," which means to move or proceed.
Definition
In a medical context, "going" refers to the act of moving or proceeding from one place to another. It is often used to describe a patient's ability to move independently, particularly after an injury or surgery.
Related Terms
- Mobility: The ability to move or be moved freely and easily.
- Physical Therapy: A branch of rehabilitative health that uses specially designed exercises and equipment to help patients regain or improve their physical abilities.
- Rehabilitation: The action of restoring someone to health or normal life through training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness.
- Gait: A person's manner of walking.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, the term "going" is often used to describe a patient's progress in physical therapy or rehabilitation. For example, a physical therapist might say, "The patient is going well," to indicate that the patient is making good progress in their mobility training.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Going
- Wikipedia's article - Going
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