abnormals Flashcards
joint effusion
excessive fluid buildup around a joint
rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a form of arthritis that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function in your joints. It can affect any joint but is common in the wrist and fingers.
main difference between OA is the cause of symptoms. This is an autoimmune disorder.
brusitis
Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa. A bursa is a closed, fluid-filled sac that works as a cushion and gliding surface to reduce friction between tissues of the body. The major bursae (this is the plural of bursa) are located next to the tendons near the large joints, such as in the shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees.
gout
d/t levels of high uric acid
disturbs metabolism of purines within the body
A form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in joints.
Pain and inflammation occur when too much uric acid crystallizes and deposits in the joints.
carpal tunnel
A numbness and tingling in the hand and arm caused by a pinched nerve in the wrist.
Will more than likely require surgery at some point.
osteoarthritis
Occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time.
Although osteoarthritis can damage any joint, the disorder most commonly affects joints in your hands, knees, hips and spine.
Osteoarthritis symptoms can usually be managed.
Also osteoarthritis is not caused by an autoimmune disorder.
functional scoliosis
Nonstructural scoliosis, also known as functional scoliosis, results from a temporary cause and only involves a side-to-side curvature of the spine (no spinal rotation). The spine’s structure is still normal.
structural scoliosis
Structural scoliosis is by far the most common category of scoliosis. It involves spinal rotation in addition to the side-to-side curvature of the spine. This type of scoliosis affects the spine’s structure and is considered permanent unless the spine receives treatment.
