Intro to Ortho Flashcards
1
Q
What is orthopedics
A
Bones Muscles Ligaments Tendons Joints Nerves
2
Q
What is rheumatology
A
sub-specialty in internal medicine and peds
immune conditions
3
Q
What are functions of musculoskeletal systems
A
Movement structural support protection of organs storage of minerals hematopoesis
4
Q
What are common complaints for ortho
A
pain aches soreness discomfort cramps contractures spasms limitation of movement stillness weakness swelling lump mass and tumors
5
Q
What is the epiphysis
A
end portion of the bone
6
Q
What is the metaphysis
A
- wider portion of bone between diaphysis and epiphysis
- cartillaginous until ossified
- zone of growth
7
Q
What is diaphysis
A
long portion of the bone
8
Q
What are osteoblasts
A
help build bone tissue
9
Q
What are osteoclasts
A
break down bone tissue
10
Q
What is articular cartillage
A
facilitates smooth movement between 2 bones
11
Q
What is important about periosteum
A
has pain receptors and blood supply
12
Q
What are diathrodial joints
A
synovial joints
freely mobile
13
Q
What are amphiathrodial joints
A
fibrocarilaginous joints
allow some movement
14
Q
What are synarthrodial joints
A
no movement
15
Q
What are diathrodial joint types
A
ball and socket hinge condyloid saddle pivot
