physically challenged
Having mobility difficulties
Physically challenged is a euphemism for disabled or handicapped, referring to people with physical impairments that limit mobility or function.
The term emerged in the late 20th century as part of efforts to use more positive language, though many in the disability community now prefer the direct term *disabled*.
Sometimes used sarcastically for minor inconveniences: I'm physically challenged when it comes to touching my toes.
Lower body immobility
- quadriplegiaParalysis below the neck
- cerebral palsyNeurological disorder impairing motor function
- muscular dystrophyGenetic muscle-wasting condition
- multiple sclerosisAutoimmune demyelinating neurological disease
spina bifida · spinal cord injury · amputee · polio survivor · arthritis · rheumatoid arthritis · chronic pain · scoliosis
Seated conveyance for mobility-impaired
- walkerAmbulatory person or aid
- crutchesMobility aids for injured
- caneStick for support
- mobility scooterElectric vehicle for disabled persons
prosthetic leg · orthotics · manual wheelchair · power wheelchair · mobility aid · parallel bars · forearm crutches · knee scooter
Restoring practical life abilities
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- home health aideDomestic medical support worker
- support groupGathering for mutual encouragement
- independent livingManaging without assistance
personal care assistant · caregiver · respite care · disability rights · social worker · disability benefits · reasonable accommodation
Sloped connecting surface
- elevatorVertical conveyance between floors
- wheelchair liftDevice elevating mobility chairs
- accessible toiletBathroom for disabled users
- accessible parkingReserved spaces for disabled drivers
automatic doors · handrails · curb cut · grab bars · accessible seating · barrier-free · universal design · service animals
Fabricated body part replacements
- adaptive clothingGarments for limited mobility
- adaptive sportsAthletics modified for disabilities
- wheelchair basketballSport using rolling seats
- adaptive equipmentDevices modified for disabilities
Paralympic · Special Olympics · assistive technology · sit-ski · handcycle
paraplegia
Lower body immobility
- quadriplegiaParalysis below the neck
- cerebral palsyNeurological disorder impairing motor function
- muscular dystrophyGenetic muscle-wasting condition
multiple sclerosis · spina bifida · spinal cord injury · amputee · polio survivor · arthritis · rheumatoid arthritis · chronic pain · scoliosis · dwarfism
wheelchair
Seated conveyance for mobility-impaired
mobility scooter · prosthetic leg · orthotics · manual wheelchair · power wheelchair · mobility aid · parallel bars · forearm crutches · knee scooter · rollator
occupational therapy
Restoring practical life abilities
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- home health aideDomestic medical support worker
- support groupGathering for mutual encouragement
personal care assistant · independent living · caregiver · respite care · disability rights · social worker · disability benefits · reasonable accommodation
ramp
Sloped connecting surface
- elevatorVertical conveyance between floors
- wheelchair liftDevice elevating mobility chairs
- accessible toiletBathroom for disabled users
accessible parking · automatic doors · handrails · curb cut · grab bars · accessible seating · barrier-free · universal design · service animals · braille signage
prosthetics
Fabricated body part replacements
- adaptive clothingGarments for limited mobility
- adaptive sportsAthletics modified for disabilities
- wheelchair basketballSport using rolling seats
adaptive equipment · Paralympic · Special Olympics · assistive technology · sit-ski · handcycle
physically challengedable-bodied
Physically fit, healthy
physically fit · unimpaired · healthy · athletic · robust
physically challengeddisabled
Made unable to function
handicapped · crippled · impaired · invalid
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