Medical Exercise Assessment - Step 1 Preparation
Step 1: Why Preparation Is the First Step of a Medical Exercise Assessment
Most exercise professionals begin their assessment when the client walks through the door.
But the best Medical Exercise Professionals begin much earlier.
Preparation is the first step in a professional assessment process.
Before the client ever arrives, the MedExPRO should review the client’s medical background and understand the pathology associated with their condition.
This preparation includes reviewing:
- medical diagnosis
• surgical history
• medications
• contraindicated activities
• expected functional limitations
Understanding the pathology allows the MedExPRO to anticipate what functional challenges may be present.
For example, a client with Parkinson’s disease may experience:
- reduced stride length
• balance instability
• difficulty initiating movement
By preparing ahead of time, the professional can design an assessment that focuses on the most meaningful functional indicators.
Without preparation, assessments become random.
Preparation transforms an exercise session into a professional assessment.
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