Physical Therapy
/ˈfɪzɪkəl ˈθɛrəpi/
Definitions
- (n.) A rehabilitative health care service prescribed to improve or restore physical function, often relevant in personal injury, workers' compensation, or disability claims.
The plaintiff sought compensation for the cost of physical therapy prescribed after the accident.
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- physical therapy
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Commentary
In legal contexts, physical therapy is often discussed in relation to injury recovery and compensation; precise documentation of prescribed therapy can be crucial evidence.
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