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In the Industry Vocabulary Test
work conditioning
Intensive rehabilitation program focusing on physical demands of work without job-specific tasks.
Full Definition
A structured rehabilitation approach that addresses the physical components of work performance through conditioning exercises, strength training, and endurance building. Unlike work hardening, work conditioning does not include actual job tasks or workplace simulation but focuses on developing the underlying physical capacity needed for occupational demands. Programs typically run 2-4 hours daily over several weeks.
Usage
Usage note: Often confused with work hardening; work conditioning is the preparatory phase.
In Context
- "The patient was referred to work conditioning to improve lifting capacity before attempting work hardening." — Occupational therapy referral
- "Work conditioning programs focus on generic physical preparation rather than job-specific skills." — Program description document
Also known as
occupational conditioning
industrial conditioning
Contrasted with
work hardening
Don't confuse with
work hardening
vocational training