NHTC 12 Orthopedics Dx Test, Tx, Abbreviations
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| EMG | the process of recording the strength of the contraction of a muscle when it is stimulated by electric current
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| DEXA | an imaging technique to measure bone density that is used to diagnose osteoporosis
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| uric acid test | an abnormally high reading on this laboratory test is associated with gouty arthritis
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| sequestrectomy | excision of a necrosed piece of bone
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| laminectomy | surgical procedure performed to relieve compression of the spinal cord as in the case of a ruptured disk
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| internal fixation device | devices such as pins, screws, wires, and nails that are used to align the bone in the open reduction of fractures
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| traction | the use of devices, such as weights and pulleys, to align or immobilize a body part, or to relieve pressure on it
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| casting | the application of a solid, stiff dressing, formed with plaster of Paris or other material, to a limb or body part for the purpose of immobilization during healing
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| corticosteroids | reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, bursitis, and tendinitis
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| calcium | used as a supplement to prevent osteoporosis
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