Turkish Translation
Eklem Mobilizasyonu
Rehabilitation
Joint Mobilization
A manual therapy technique involving passive movement of a joint to restore normal range of motion, reduce pain, or improve function.
Turkish
Eklem Mobilizasyonu
Pronunciation
dʒɔɪnt moʊbɪlɪˈzeɪʃən
Usage frequency
8
Relative in-app score
orthopedicsrehabilitationphysiotherapy
Articular mobilizationJoint gliding
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Meaning and Clinical Context
A manual therapy technique involving passive movement of a joint to restore normal range of motion, reduce pain, or improve function.
Joint mobilization is indicated for hypomobile joints with restricted capsular patterns, often used in osteoarthritis or post-immobilization rehabilitation. Contraindications include joint instability, fractures, or active inflammatory conditions.
Category
Example in Use
English: The physical therapist performed grade III joint mobilization on the patient's stiff shoulder to improve abduction range.
Turkish: Fizyoterapist, hastanın sert omzunda abdüksiyon aralığını iyileştirmek için grade III eklem mobilizasyonu uyguladı.
Clinical Notes
Scenario
A 58-year-old female with frozen shoulder demonstrates 50% restriction in passive abduction. Demonstrate appropriate mobilization techniques.
Response Template
Recommend 3-4 sessions of grade II-III mobilizations with reassessment of ROM after each treatment.
Mini FAQ
What does Joint Mobilization mean in medical English?
A manual therapy technique involving passive movement of a joint to restore normal range of motion, reduce pain, or improve function.
When is Joint Mobilization used in clinical communication?
Joint mobilization is indicated for hypomobile joints with restricted capsular patterns, often used in osteoarthritis or post-immobilization rehabilitation. Contraindications include joint instability, fractures, or active inflammatory conditions.
Which glossary category includes Joint Mobilization?
Joint Mobilization is grouped under Rehabilitation in the HealthSpeak glossary.
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