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5.2.8 Other Relevant Terms

Range of Motion LROMM
The degree of movement a joint is c ap able of per for ming.

Prosthesis
An ar tificial device used to replace a missing bod y p ar t, such as a limb or joint.

Rehabilitation
The process of restor ing function and mobilit y through physic al therapy and exercise.

Gait Analysis
The stud y of a person\u2019s walking p atter n to identify abnor malities or inefficiencies.

Or thopedic Trauma
Severe injur y to the musculoskelet al system requir ing urgent c are.