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kinn's Chapter 43
Term | Definition |
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arthritis | Inflammation of a joint. |
articular | Pertaining to a joint. |
bursae | Fluid-filled, saclike membranes that provide cushioning and allow frictionless motion between two tissues. |
cartilage | A rubbery, smooth, somewhat elastic connective tissue that covers the ends of bones. |
cervical | Pertaining to the neck region containing seven cervical vertebrae. |
corticosteroids | Antiinflammatory hormones, natural or synthetic. |
crepitation | A dry, crackling sound or sensation. |
diaphysis | The midportion of a long bone; it contains the medullary cavity. |
epiphysis | The end of a long bone; it contains the growth (epiphyseal) plates. |
goniometer | An instrument for measuring the degrees of motion in a joint. |
inflammation | A tissue reaction to trauma or disease that includes redness, heat, swelling, and pain. |
kyphotic | Relating to the normal convex curvature of the thoracic spine. |
ligaments | Tough connective tissue bands that hold joints together by attaching to the bones on either side of the joint. |
lordotic | Relating to the normal concave curvature of the cervical and lumbar spines. |
lumbar | The lower back region that contains the five lumbar vertebrae. |
luxation | Dislocation of a bone from its normal anatomic location. |
malaise | An indefinite feeling of debility or lack of health, often indicative of or accompanying the onset of an illness. |
medullary cavity | The inner portion of the diaphysis; it contains the bone marrow. |
periosteum | The thin, highly innervated, membranous covering of a bone. |
prosthesis | An artificial replacement for a body part. |
range of motion (ROM) | The extent of movement possible in a joint; the degree of motion depends on the type of joint and whether a disease process is present; ROM exercises are applied actively (independently) or passively (with assistance) to prevent or treat joint problems. |
reduction | The return to correct anatomic position, as in reduction of a fracture. |
scoliosis | An abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. |
synovial fluid | A clear fluid found in joint cavities that facilitates smooth movements and nourishes joint structures. |
tendons | Tough bands of connective tissue that connect muscle to bone. |