Physical and Functional Assessments refer to a comprehensive evaluation process used by healthcare professionals, particularly physiotherapists or rehabilitation specialists, to assess a person’s physical health, movement abilities, and overall functional performance. The goal is to identify impairments, limitations, or areas of dysfunction that may affect an individual’s ability to perform daily tasks, work, or engage in recreational activities.
Physical Health Evaluation: This includes assessing muscle strength, joint mobility, flexibility, posture, and overall physical condition.
Functional Movement Analysis: Professionals observe and analyze how a person moves to identify compensations, imbalances, or restrictions that may contribute to pain or injury. This could involve tasks such as walking, bending, squatting, or lifting.
Pain and Discomfort Assessment: Understanding the intensity, location, and nature of pain or discomfort that might interfere with normal activities.
Endurance and Balance Testing: Assessing how well a person can maintain physical activity or posture over time, which is crucial for functional independence.
Specific Testing: Depending on the individual’s needs, specific tests like range of motion, strength tests, or neurological exams may be included to determine any dysfunctions or areas that need attention.
The assessment process helps tailor rehabilitation or therapeutic interventions to the individual’s specific needs, improving their quality of life and functional independence.
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