Rehab Common Terms

If you’re new to rehab and experiencing all of this for the first time it can feel overwhelming and often terms are used that you will not be familiar with. This list is compiled to help guide you to feel more comfortable navigating your way with Rehab.

Common Terms

ADL: Activities of Daily Living
AT: Assistive Technology
ATP: Assistive Technology Professional
CRT: Complex Rehab Technology
IADL: Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
IPELR: Independent Power/Motorized Elevating Leg Rest
IPM: Interface Pressure Mapping
MWC/MW: Manual Wheelchair
OT: Occupational Therapy
PC: After Meals
PO: By Mouth
PM: Power Mobility
PRN: As needed
PT: Physical Therapy
QD: Every Day
QH: Every Hour
QID: Four times a day
QOD: Every other day

Associations with Local Support Groups

ALS Rocky Mountain Chapter – http://webco.alsa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=CO_homepage
Brain Injury Alliance of Utah – http://biau.org/
Cerebral Palsy Alliance – http://utahparentcenter.org/disabilities/cp/

Common Terms

Associations with Local Support Groups

(801) 463-0044

24/7 Phone Support

Here When You Need Us (801) 463-0044

24/7 Highly Trained Phone Support

Locations

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Resources

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