Lesson Three - Management
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Physical Function
Physical function refers to the ability to independently function and live a full life. It is common for chronic conditions to affect your physical function. Physical dysfunction can come as a result of pain or other physical impairment.
Decisions about how physical dysfunction is managed will be made based on what the actual physical dysfunction is and what is causing it.
Management might take the form of self-advocacy and education on the part of the patient. This might be aided by exercises taught by a physiotherapist; education on how to adapt daily activities to be easier by an occupational therapist; or help communicating needs by a social worker. Since the difficulties of physical functioning will vary from patient to patient, the management approach taken by the patient and support team will also vary.
Supported Management
Decisions about how physical dysfunction is managed will be made based on what the actual physical dysfunction is and what is causing it.
Management might take the form of self-advocacy and education on the part of the patient. This might be aided by exercises taught by a physiotherapist; education on how to adapt daily activities to be easier by an occupational therapist; or help communicating needs by a social worker. Since the difficulties of physical functioning will vary from patient to patient, the management approach taken by the patient and support team will also vary.
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