unit 4 Flashcards
plane that divides into anterior and posterior side
frontal
this body plane divides the body into a right and left side
sagittal
plane that divides into superior and inferior half
transverse
Main goal of wrapping an injury with elastic bandage
Apply compression & Stabilization
Proximal
closer to point of attachment
Types of sprains, in order of severe to least severe
Grade 3, Grade 2, Grade 1
Osteo-
bone
holds a bone to a bone
ligament
Most common cause of navicular stress fracture
Repeated striking of the foot on the ground
Plane that divides the body into right and left halves
Sagittal
R.I.C.E
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
break in the bone where bone pierces the skin
Compound fracture, considered an emergency, often affects ligaments and other bones
Type of injury when ligaments are stretched beyond their limits or are torn completely
Sprains
lateral
away from the midline
Angle used when taping an ankle
90 degrees