Functional limit

What does "Functional limit" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A functional limit in medicine refers to the maximum level at which a person can perform a certain task or activity due to a health condition. It's like a boundary that a person's health problem sets on what they can do. For example, someone with a heart condition might have a functional limit on how much physical exercise they can do. This limit can change over time, depending on the person's health condition.

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