Modality

modality /mo·dal·i·ty/ (mo-dal´i-te)

1. a method of application of, or the employment of, any therapeutic agent, especially a physical agent.

2. in homeopathy, a condition that modifies drug action; a condition under which symptoms develop, becoming better or worse.

3. a specific sensory entity, such as taste.

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mo·dal·i·ty (m-dl-t)

n.

1. A therapeutic method or agent, such as surgery, chemotherapy, or electrotherapy, that involves the physical treatment of a disorder.

2. Any of the various types of sensation, such as vision or hearing.

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Modality

A factor or circumstance that makes a patient's symptoms better or worse. Modalities include such factors as time of day, room temperature, the patient's level of activity, sleep patterns, etc.

Mentioned in: Ipecac

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modality,

n 1. the technique of applying a therapeutic regimen or agent.
2. a particular sense, such as the sense of vision.

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modality

1. a method of application of, or the employment of, any therapeutic agent; limited usually to physical agents.

2. a specific sensory entity, such as taste.

3. in homeopathy, a condition that modifies drug action; a condition under which clinical signs develop, becoming better or worse.