temporary disability
Passing functional limitation
A temporary disability is a physical or mental impairment expected to improve or resolve within a limited time.
The term appears most often in insurance and employment contexts: She collected temporary disability benefits while recovering from surgery.
Unlike permanent disability, the condition doesn't preclude eventual return to normal function or work.
- injuryPhysical or psychological harm
- back injuryHarm to spine area
- physical therapyRehabilitative movement-based medical care
- illnessState of poor health
- painBodily or emotional distress
medication · legal protections · workers' compensation · benefit claim · sensory loss · rehabilitation programs · light duty · fatigue · doctor's note · social isolation · repetitive strain · cognitive impairment · accident · assistive devices · medical leave · sick leave · short term · rest
- disability benefitsVA benefits, monthly benefits, monthly payments, benefit check, back pay
- medical evaluationsphysical exam, range of motion, strength testing, cognitive testing, grip strength
temporary disabilitypermanent disability
Lasting loss of ability
long-term disability · degenerative condition · terminal illness
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