MusculoSkeletal System: Vocabulary Flashcards
callus
the mass of bone tissue that forms at a fracture site during its healing.
*cast
application of a solid material to immobilize an extremity or portion of the body as a result of a fracture, dislocation or severe injury.
*chiropractic
healthcare profession concerned with diagnosis and treatment of malalignment conditions of the spine and musculoskeletal system with the intention of affecting the nervous system and improving health.
crepitation
the noise produced by bones or cartilage rubbing together in conditions such as arthritis
exostosis
a bone spur
kyphosis
abnormal increase in the outward curvature of the thoracic spine (humpback)
lordosis
abnormal increase in the forward curvature of the lumbar spine (swayback)
*orthopedics
branch of medicine specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the musculoskeletal system. aka orthopedic surgery
*orthotic
a brace or splint used to prevent or correct deformities
*podiatry
healthcare profession specializing in diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the feet and lower legs
*prosthesis
artificial device that is used as a substitute for a body part that is either congenitally missing or absent as a result of accident or disease
*prosthetics
healthcare profession specializing in making artificial body parts
*adhesion
scar tissue forming in the fascia surrounding a muscle, making it difficult to stretch the muscle
*atrophy
poor muscle development as a result of muscle disease, nervous system disease or lack of use. aka muscle wasting
*contracture
abnormal shortening of muscle fibers, tendons or fascia making it difficult to stretch the muscle
