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Terminology

Sports Med

TermDefinition
AAROM Active Assisted Range of Motion- Movement where a clinician helps the patient perform the motion.
Abduction Moving a limb away from the midline of the body.
Abrasion A scrape or open wound caused by friction.
Absorption Digested food moving into the bloodstream.
Acceptance An athlete's willingness to deal with their injury and limitations.
Ace™ Bandage An elastic wrap used for compression, support, or restricting joint movement.
Acetabulum The cup-shaped hip socket that connects to the thigh bone.
Acromion Process The flat, outer edge of the shoulder blade (scapula).
Active Living Adding physical activity into regular daily routines.
Active ROM (AROM) Range of motion performed entirely by the patient without help.
Acute A fresh, brand new, or rapid-onset injury.
Acute Onset Muscle Soreness Temporary soreness right after exercise, usually caused by acid buildup.
Adduction Moving a limb toward the midline of the body.
Adipose Tissue Fat tissue.
ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) Basic everyday tasks needed to function properly.
AED (Automated External Defibrillator) A device that shocks the heart to restore a normal rhythm.
Aerobic Rapid exercise that uses oxygen to generate energy.
Agility The ability to change body position quickly and easily.
Agonist The primary muscle causing a movement.
Alienation Psychologically feeling like an injured body part does not belong to you.
Ambulate To walk or move around.
Amenorrhea The absence or suppression of a normal menstrual cycle.
Amphiarthrosis A slightly movable joint.
Anabolic Muscle-building.
Anaerobic Short or static exercise that does not use oxygen for energy.
Created by: Chancewilliam
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