terapeutická

Terapeutická is the feminine form of the Czech adjective terapeutický, meaning "therapeutic" or "relating to therapy." It is used to describe actions, methods, or materials connected with therapy, rehabilitation, or medical treatment. In health-care terminology, the neutral form terapeutický is more common for general references to therapy, while Terapeutická appears in contexts that require a feminine modifier or as a standalone toponym.

As a descriptive term, Terapeutická appears in phrases such as terapeutická péče (therapeutic care), terapeutická masáž (therapeutic massage), or terapeutická metoda (therapeutic method). It can identify characteristics of therapies, equipment designed for therapy, or practices intended to aid recovery and well-being. The term is widely understood in Czech-speaking regions and is used across medical, rehabilitative, and wellness contexts.

In toponymy, Terapeutická can function as a street or district name in Czech- and Slovak-speaking areas. When used as a proper noun, it typically denotes a location that has historical or institutional ties to medical facilities or therapeutic services, though the exact origin may vary by locality. Such use reflects a common practice of naming streets after professions, institutions, or activities associated with a neighborhood.

Etymology: Terapeutická derives from the Greek therapeuein, through Latin therapia, into Czech as terapeutický, with Terapeutická serving as the feminine form. Related terms include terapie (therapy), terapeutika (therapeutics), and terapeutický (therapeutic, masculine).