musculoskeletal system parts Flashcards
Pathway of long bones area :
Proximal epiphysis-metaphysis-diaphysis-metaphysis-distal epiphysis
Epiphysis
ends of bones
Diaphysis
middle of bone; also called shaft
Metaphysis
neck; connects the diaphysis with the epiphysis
Types and location of skeleton:
Axial : center
Appendicular : arms and legs
Skeleton
framework for your body
Tendon
connects muscle to bone
The difference between tendon and ligament and joint :
Tendon : connect muscle to bone وتر
Ligament : connect bone to bone اربطة
Joint :a part or space included between two articulations, knots, or nodes
a part or space included between two articulations, knots, or nodes
components of articulation
Joints
Synovial Fluid
the collection of fluid confined within a joint space.
Lubrication
the process or technique of using a lubricant to reduce friction in a contact between two surfaces
Dislocation
a separation of two ends of the bones where they meet at a joint
Subluxation
an incomplete or partial dislocation of a joint or organ
Articular cartilage
Gristle-like Material Covering Ends Of Some Bones
a thin layer of specialized connective tissue with unique viscoelastic properties
Cushion
soft object or part that is used to make something (such as a seat) more comfortable or to protect a surface from damage