Definitions

1. noun

A branch of medicine that deals with the effects of physical agents on living organisms, especially the therapeutic uses of physical agents such as heat, cold, light, and electricity.

“The physiurgy specialist recommended a combination of heat and light therapy to treat the patient’s chronic pain.”

2. noun

The application of physical agents in the treatment of disease or injury.

“The physiurgy department at the hospital offered a range of treatments using physical agents, including ultrasound and electrotherapy.”