Definition & Meaning of "restorative"in English

restorative

ADJECTIVE

able to promote or restore one's health or strength

Examples

Physical therapy exercises served restorative purposes in regaining knee strength following injury.

The medicine had purely restorative effects in helping her recovery from illness by mitigating symptoms and regaining lost strength.

making one feel more energetic or refreshed

energizing

invigorating

refreshing

revitalizing

Examples

The celebration was particularly restorative for team morale after a difficult period of setbacks.

A good laugh amongst friends can be quite restorative in lifting one's spirits.

Restorative

NOUN

the tools or methods that repair or enhance physiological functions for health improvement

What is a "restorative"?

A restorative is a tool or device used in medical treatments to repair or improve the body's functions, helping in health improvement and recovery. These tools are essential for restoring normal physical functions, helping patients heal and regain strength. Restoratives can include a wide range of devices, such as prosthetics, implants, braces, hearing aids, or therapeutic equipment, designed to support the body’s natural healing processes or improve overall function and well-being.

Examples

Dental crowns serve as restoratives for damaged teeth.

A dental bridge is a restorative option for missing teeth.

treatments or therapies aimed at restoring health, function, or vitality to a person or part of the body

Examples

Physical therapists often prescribe restorative exercises to strengthen muscles and improve mobility after injury.

Dentists offer restorative dentistry procedures like fillings and crowns to repair damaged teeth.

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