Exercise Rehabilitation Glossary
100 terms total — 24 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026
Kinesio Taping
Therapeutic taping technique using elastic tape to support muscles and joints while allowing normal movement.
Circuit Training
An exercise format involving sequential performance of different exercises at multiple stations with minimal rest betwee...
Exercise Adherence
The degree to which a patient follows prescribed exercise protocols and recommendations consistently over time.
Exercise Capacity
The maximum ability to perform physical work or exercise, typically measured during standardized testing protocols.
Exercise Contraindication Screen
A systematic assessment process to identify medical conditions or factors that preclude safe participation in exercise r...
Exercise Dosimetry
The systematic quantification and measurement of exercise parameters including frequency, intensity, time, and type.
Exercise Intolerance
The inability to perform physical activity at levels that would be adequate for most people of the same age and gender.
Exercise Modification
Adjustments made to exercise parameters or techniques to accommodate individual limitations, safety concerns, or progres...
Exercise Modification Matrix
A systematic framework for adjusting exercise parameters based on patient symptoms, tolerance, and functional limitation...
Exercise Modification Strategy
Systematic approach to adapting therapeutic exercises based on patient response, contraindications, or functional limita...
Exercise Periodization
The systematic planning of exercise training phases with varying intensity and volume to optimize adaptation and prevent...
exercise prescription
Detailed specifications for therapeutic exercise including frequency, intensity, duration, and progression parameters.
Exercise Readiness Assessment
Systematic evaluation to determine a patient's preparedness for physical activity following injury or illness. Documents...
Exercise Regression
Systematic reduction of exercise complexity, intensity, or load when a patient cannot tolerate the current therapeutic d...
Exercise Response Monitoring
The systematic observation and documentation of physiological and symptom responses during and after exercise sessions.
Exercise Self-Efficacy
A patient's confidence in their ability to perform exercise activities and overcome barriers to physical activity partic...
exercise tolerance
Individual's capacity to perform physical activity without excessive fatigue or symptoms.
Exercise Tolerance Testing
Systematic assessment of a patient's ability to perform physical activities without symptom reproduction or physiologica...
Exercise-Induced Analgesia
The temporary pain reduction that occurs during and immediately following exercise activity.
exercise-induced bronchoconstriction
Temporary narrowing of airways triggered by physical activity, requiring specific exercise modifications and monitoring...
Exercise-Induced Hypoalgesia
Temporary reduction in pain sensitivity following exercise activity. Important physiological response that informs exerc...
Functional Capacity Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment measuring an individual's physical abilities relative to work or daily activity demands.
graded exercise therapy
A structured rehabilitation approach involving gradual, incremental increases in physical activity levels to restore fun...
isokinetic exercise
Muscle contraction performed at constant velocity using specialized equipment that provides accommodating resistance.
multidisciplinary team
A group of healthcare professionals from different disciplines who collaborate to provide comprehensive patient care.