impairment
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Introduction
The loss or abnormality of physical or psychological capacities.
Examples:
- loss of a limb
- limited range of motion
- mental impairment
- visual changes
Impairment may be:
- physiological
- psychological
- anatomical
- functional
Ratings of impairment may include:
- pain
- mobility and joint motion limitations
- activities of daily living
More general terms
More specific terms
- cognitive impairment
- functional impairment
- mobility impairment
- sensory impairment
- vestibular dysfunction