kinesiotherapy

n. the application of progressive physical exercise and activities to treat individuals with functional limitation or to aid those interested in improving or maintaining general physical and emotional health. A kinesiotherapist is a certified professional who develops a specific treatment plan for each individual, determining appropriate therapeutic exercises and physical-education activities and directing their implementation. Formerly called corrective therapy.

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November 25th 2024

procedural justice

1. in legal proceedings, the use of methods and procedures that are fair and impartial, as distinct from the making of just decisions. The various rules governing how witnesses are questioned and what evidence is admitted into court are examples of the application of procedural justice within the legal system.

2. see organizational justice.