Introduction

Question 1

Define Exercise?

Answer 1

Physical or mental activity that you do to stay healthy or become stronger.

Question 2

Define Therapy?

Answer 2

The treatment of a physical problem or illness.

Question 3

Define Exercise Therapy?

Answer 3

The treatment of injury and disease by movement.

Question 4

What are the aims of exercise therapy?

Answer 4

Mobilise all joints.
Strengthen weak muscles.
Re-educate patterns of movement.
Re-educate balance and proprioception.
Re-educate Neuro-muscular co-ordination.
Postural Training.
Improve Function.
Improve Confidence.
Teach trick movements when normal movements are not possible.