Exercise prescription software

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Exercise Prescription Software

Exercise prescription software (pronunciation: /ˈɛksəˌsaɪz prɪˈskrɪpʃən ˈsɒftwɛər/) is a type of healthcare software that is designed to help healthcare professionals create, manage, and deliver exercise prescriptions to their patients.

Etymology

The term "exercise prescription software" is derived from the words "exercise", "prescription", and "software". "Exercise" (from Latin exercitus, past participle of exercere meaning 'to keep busy or to work') refers to physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive for the purpose of conditioning any part of the body. "Prescription" (from Latin praescriptio meaning 'to write before') refers to a healthcare professional's written instructions for the administration of medicine, therapy, or other care. "Software" (coined by mathematician and statistician John Tukey in 1958) refers to the programs and other operating information used by a computer.

Function

Exercise prescription software is used to create individualized exercise plans based on a patient's specific health needs and fitness goals. The software typically includes features for tracking patient progress, adjusting exercise plans as needed, and providing feedback to both the patient and healthcare provider. It may also include educational resources to help patients understand the importance of exercise and how to perform exercises correctly.

Related Terms

  • Electronic Health Record (EHR): A digital version of a patient's paper chart. EHRs are real-time, patient-centered records that make information available instantly and securely to authorized users.
  • Physical Therapy Software: Software used by physical therapists to manage patient care, including scheduling appointments, documenting treatment, and billing.
  • Telemedicine: The use of technology to provide healthcare services remotely.
  • Health Informatics: The interdisciplinary study of the design, development, adoption, and application of IT-based innovations in healthcare services delivery, management, and planning.

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