Disordeers of skeltal muscle Flashcards
is a severe recessive x-linked form of muscular dystrophy that is characterized by rapid progression of muscle
degeneration, eventually leading to loss in ambulation, paralysis, and death.-
DMD
is a progressive disease in which the
muscles are weak and are slow to relax after contraction.
Myotonic dystrophy
Pain is caused by tightened bands of muscle fibers, It refers to pain and inflammation in the body’s soft
tissues.
Myofascial pain syndrome
A mysterious chronic-pain syndrome of unknown
cause, Affects mostly women, Symptoms – fatigue, sleep abnormalities, severe
musculoskeletal pain, and headache
Fibromyalgia
involuntary contraction of single muscle
Spasm
a painful spasm
Cramp
involuntary twitching of muscles normally under voluntary control
Tic
rhythmic, involuntary contraction of opposing muscle groups
Tremor
involuntary, brief twitch of a
motor unit visible under the skin
Fasciculation