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Range of Motion(also: ROM)

The full extent of movement possible at a joint, measured in degrees of rotation or linear distance. Range of motion is a fundamental clinical measurement used by occupational and physical therapists to assess hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder function. In accessibility contexts,…

Rehabilitation science(also: Rehabilitation research)

An interdisciplinary field focused on understanding and improving function, independence, and quality of life for people with disabilities, injuries, or chronic conditions. Rehabilitation science draws on medicine, engineering, psychology, and social science to develop…

Remote therapy(also: Teletherapy, Telepractice, Telerehabilitation)

The delivery of therapeutic interventions — including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and rehabilitation — through technology-mediated communication rather than exclusively in-person sessions. Remote therapy systems typically combine a client-facing application (often…

Repetitive Strain Injury(also: RSI, Repetitive motion injury, Overuse injury)

A category of injuries affecting muscles, tendons, and nerves caused by repetitive movements, sustained awkward postures, or overuse of a body part. In the context of accessibility, repetitive strain injuries are a significant concern for manual wheelchair users, who experience…

Repetitive Stress Injury(also: RSI, Repetitive Strain Injury, Repetitive Motion Injury)

A group of conditions caused by repetitive movements, forceful exertions, or sustained awkward postures over extended periods, resulting in damage to muscles, tendons, nerves, or other soft tissues. In computing contexts, RSI commonly affects the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders,…

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