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CH. 3 Skeletal System vocab Flashcards

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Acetabulum

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large circular cavity in each side of the pelvis that articulates with the head of the femur to form the hip joint; hip socket

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Allogenic

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originating within another

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Ankylosing spondylitis

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a form of RA that primarily causes inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae

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Arthrodesis

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the surgical fusion of two bones to stiffen a joint

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Arthrolysis

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the surgical loosening of an ankylosed joint

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Arthroscopy

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the visual examination of the internal structure of a joint

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Autologous

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originating within the individual

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Avascular Necrosis

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an area of bone tissue death caused by insufficient blood flow

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Chondromalacia

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abnormal softening of cartilage

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Comminuted Fracture

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a fracture in which the bone is splintered or crushed

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Compressed Fracture

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occurs when the bone is pressed together on itself

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Costochondritis

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inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the sternum

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Craniostenosis

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a malformation of the skull due to a premature closure of the cranial sutures

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Crepitation

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the grating sound heard when the ends of a broken bone move together

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Dual X-ray Absorptiometry

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a low-exposure radiographic measurement of the spine and hips that measures ones bone density

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Gout

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a type of arthritis characterized by deposits of uric acid crystals in the joints

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Hallux Valgus

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an abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toe; also known as a bunion

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Hemarthrosis

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blood within a joint

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Hemopoietic

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pertaining to the formation of blood cells

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Internal Fixation

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a fracture treatment in which a plate or pins are placed directly within the bone to hold the broken pieces in place

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Juvenile RA

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an autoimmune disorder that affects children under 16, with symptoms that include stiffness, pain, joint swelling, skin rash, fever, slowed growth, and fatigue.

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Kyphosis

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an abnormal increase in the outward curvature of the thoracic spine as viewed from the side; also known as humpback or dowager’s hump

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Laminectomy

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the surgical removal of a lamina from a vertebra

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Lordosis

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an abnormal increase in the forward curvature of the lumbar spine; also known as swayback

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Lumbago

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pain in the lumbar region of the spine; also known as low back pain

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Malleolus

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the rounded bony projection on the tibia and fibula on the sides of each ankle joint

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Manubrium

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the bony structure that forms the upper part of the sternum

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Metacarpals

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the five bones that form the palms of the hand

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Metatarsals

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the bones that form the part of the foot that the toes are attached to

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Myeloma

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a type of cancer that occurs in blood-making cells found in the red bone marrow

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Open Fracture

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A break in which the bone is broken and there is an open wound in the skin; also known as a compound fracture

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Orthopedic Surgeon

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a physician that specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders involving the bones, joints, and muscles; also known as orthopedist

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orthotic

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a mechanical appliance such as a leg brace or splint that is specifically designed to control, correct, or compensate for impaired limb function

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osteitis

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inflammation of the bone

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Osteoarthritis

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the type of arthritis most commonly associated with aging; wear and tear arthritis

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Osteochondroma

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a benign bony protrusion covered with cartilage

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Osteoclasis

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the surgical fracture of a bone to correct a deformity

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Osteomalacia

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abnormal softening of bones in adults

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Osteomyelitis

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inflammation of the bones marrow and adjacent bone

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Osteopenia

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thinner than average bone density

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Osteoporosis

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a marked loss of bone density and an increase in bone porosity frequently associated with aging

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Osteoporotic hip fracture

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a broken bone usually caused by weakening of the bones due to osteoporosis and can occur spontaneous or as a result of a fall

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Osteorrhaphy

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surgical suturing or wiring together of bones

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Paget’s Disease

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a disease of unknown origin that is characterized by extensive breakdown of bone tissue followed by abnormal bone formation

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Pathologic Fracture

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When a bone breaks under normal strain because the bone has been weakened by osteoporosis or by a disease process such as cancer

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Percutaneous vertebroplasty

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minimally invasive procedure performed to treat osteoporosis related compression fractures of the spine

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Periostitis

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inflammation of the periosteum

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Podiatrist

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A specialist in diagnosing and treating disorders of the foot

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Polymyalgia rheumatica

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an inflammatory disorder of the muscles and joints characterized by pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulders, upper arm, hips, and thighs

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