Home Exercise Program
A prescribed set of therapeutic exercises designed for patients to perform independently at home to supplement clinic treatment.
Full Definition
Home exercise programs (HEP) are customized exercise routines that patients perform outside of formal therapy sessions to maintain and progress therapeutic gains. These programs must be appropriately designed for the patient's condition, functional level, and home environment. Documentation should include specific exercises, repetitions, frequency, precautions, and progression criteria. Written and illustrated instructions are typically provided to ensure proper execution. Compliance with home exercise programs is often crucial for successful treatment outcomes and may affect insurance coverage decisions.
Usage
Usage note: Often abbreviated as 'HEP' in documentation but should be spelled out in formal reports.
In Context
- "Home exercise program updated to include progressive strengthening exercises." — Treatment plan
- "Patient demonstrated understanding of home exercise program with 90% accuracy." — Patient education note