•Mobility impairment refers to the inability of a person to use one or more of his/her extremities, or a lack of strength to walk, grasp, or lift objects. The use of a wheelchair, crutches, or a walker may be utilized to aid in mobility. Mobility impairment may be caused by a number of factors, such as disease, an accident, or a congenital disorder and may be the result from neuro-muscular and orthopedic impairments.
body flexibility
Risk for falls
Regular physical activity
One important predictor of a person's mobility in later years is their level of physical activity throughout life. Regular exercise helps maintain muscle strength and flexibility, reducing the risk of mobility limitations. Additionally, overall health, including factors like nutrition and medical conditions, can also influence mobility in older age.
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risk for impaired physical mobility related to neuromuscular impairment (Medsurg)
There may be scarring around where the lymph nodes were removed, resulting in decreased arm mobility and requiring more intense physical therapy.
The etiology for impaired physical mobility after stroke is related to the involvement of neuromuscular weakness. Expected outcomes are maintaining optimal position of function as evidenced by lack of foot drop and maintaining and improving strength and function of the affected body part.
Physical barriers to access in health care may include lack of transportation, long distances to health care facilities, lack of accessible facilities for individuals with disabilities, and limited availability of parking spaces. These barriers can prevent people from seeking needed medical care and can contribute to disparities in health outcomes.
The physical therapist focuses on mobility. Physical therapy helps develop strategies to compensate for paralysis by using those muscles that still have normal function.
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