Chapter 8 Definitions Flashcards
keystone
the crown of an arch that supports the structures on either side of it
sulcus
a groove or depression within a bone
freedom of movement
the number of cardianal planes in which a joint allows motion
slip
a distinct band of tissue arising from the main portion of a structure
ray
the series of bones formed by the metatarsal and phalanges
gout
a form of arthritis marked by inflammation and pain in the distal joints
ewing’s sarcoma
a cancerous tumor that forms in the shaft of long bones or, less frequently, in soft tissue and is most prevalent in children and teenagers
tinea pedis
a fungal infection of the foot and toes
macerated
soft and fluid-soaked
ulceration
an open sore or lesion of the skin or mucous membrane that is accompanied by inflamed and necrotic tissue
petechiae
small, purplish, hemorrhagic spots ont he skin
whorls
swirl markings in the skin. Fingerprints are images formed by the whorls on the fingertips
overpressure
a force that attempts to move a joint beyond its normal range of motion
cerebral palsy
a birth-related neurologic defect that results in motor dysfunction
fasciosis
the noninflammatory degeneration of fascia
