Therapeutic exercise is a specialized form of physical activity used in the field of healthcare and rehabilitation to improve a person's physical function, mobility, strength, flexibility, and overall well-being. It is a fundamental component of physical therapy and other allied health professions, aimed at promoting healing, recovery, and preventing or managing various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
The primary goal of therapeutic exercise is to optimize a patient's physical abilities, enhance their quality of life, and help them regain independence in their daily activities. It involves the application of specific exercises and movements tailored to each individual's unique needs, abilities, and limitations. These exercises are designed to target specific muscles, joints, and body systems to address various conditions, injuries, or impairments.
