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therapeutic

[ˌθerəˈpjuːtɪk]

therapeutic Definition

  • 1having a healing or curative effect on the body or mind
  • 2relating to the treatment of a disease or disorder

Using therapeutic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "therapeutic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The hot springs have therapeutic properties that can help with joint pain.

  • Example

    The therapist recommended a therapeutic massage to relieve stress.

  • Example

    The doctor prescribed a therapeutic dose of medication to treat the patient's condition.

therapeutic Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for therapeutic

Phrases with therapeutic

  • a form of alternative therapy in which the practitioner uses their hands to promote healing and relaxation

    Example

    The patient felt much better after receiving therapeutic touch from the practitioner.

  • a residential treatment program for people with mental illness or addiction that emphasizes social interaction and peer support

    Example

    The therapeutic community helped the patient recover from their addiction by providing a supportive environment.

  • physical activity designed to improve strength, flexibility, or endurance as part of a treatment plan

    Example

    The physical therapist recommended therapeutic exercise to help the patient regain mobility after surgery.

Origins of therapeutic

from Greek 'therapeutikos', from 'therapeuein' meaning 'to attend as a servant, cure', from 'theraps' meaning 'attendant'

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Summary: therapeutic in Brief

The term 'therapeutic' [ˌθerəˈpjuːtɪk] refers to something that has a healing or curative effect on the body or mind. It is often used in the context of medical treatment, such as 'The doctor prescribed a therapeutic dose of medication to treat the patient's condition.' 'Therapeutic' can also refer to alternative therapies like 'therapeutic touch,' or physical activities like 'therapeutic exercise.'

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