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ex: Anklyosis- Abnormal stiffening and immobility of a joint due to fusion of the bones, often due caused by injury or disease |
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Joint
ex: Arthritis- Inflammation of a joint, often resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness, which can be caused by aging, auto immune disorders, or injury |
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Carpals, wrist
ex: Carpectomy- surgical removal of a carpal bone, typically performed to relieve pain or improve wrist function |
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Cartilage
ex: Chondrmalacia- Softening of cartilage, commonly affecting the knee and leading to pain and swelling during movement |
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Clavicule, collarbone
ex: Clavicectomy- Excision of the clavicle, usually performed to treat severe fractures or chronic pain |
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Ribs
ex: Costochondritis- inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the sternum, causing localized chest pain that can mimic heart-related conditions |
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Crainium
ex: Craniotomy- Surgical incision into the cranium to access the brain for procedures such as tumor removal or trauma MGMT. |
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Electricity; electrical activity
ex: Electromygraphy- A diagnostic test that records the electrical activity of muscles to detect neuromuscular disorders |
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Fascia
ex: Fasciotomy- A surgical incision into fascia to relieve tension or pressure, often to treat compartment syndrome |
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Fibrous Connective Tissue
ex: Fibromyalgia- A condition characterized by widespread pain in fibrous tissues and muscles, often accompanied by fatigue and sleep disturbancies |
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Movement, Motion
ex: Kinesiology- The study of movement and how the body's muscles, bones, and joints work together to produce motion |
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Increased Convexity of the spine
ex: Kyphosis- Excessive outward curvature of the spine, leading to a hunched posture, commonly seen in older adults |
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Lamina(thin, flat plate, or layer)
ex: Laminectomy- Surgical removal of a portion of the vertebral lamina to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves |
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Smooth(visceral) muscle that lines the walls of the internal organs
ex: Leiomyalgia- A benign tumor of smooth muscle, often found in the uterus where it is commonly referred to as a fibroid |
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Bent Forward, increased concavity of the spine
ex: Lordosis- Excessive inward curvature of the spine, commonly affecting the lower back and sometimes leading to pain |
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Loin, Lumbar region of the spineĀ
ex: Lumbodynia- Pain in the lumbar region, often caused by muscle strain, injury, or degenerative conditions |
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Mandible, lower jaw bone
ex: Mandibular- Pertaining to the mandible, the largest and strongest bone of the face that holds the lower teeth |
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Maxilla, upper jaw bone
ex: Maxillofacial- Pertaining to the maxilla and face, often referring to surgeries or treatments involving the upper jaw and facial structures |
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Meniscus, crescent
ex: Meniscectomy- Surgical removal of a meniscus, typically done to repair damage from injury or degeneration in the knee joint |
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Muscle
ex: Myopathy- Any disease of the muscle, often resulting in weakness, pain, or dysfunction, such as in muscular dystrophy or inflammatory myopathies |
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Marrow(bone) spinal cord
ex: Myelitis- Inflammation of the spinal cord or bone marrow, which can cause neurological symptoms, weakness, or immune system dysfunction |
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Bone
ex: A condition characterized by a decrease in bone density, leading to brittle bones and fractures, especially in the hips, spine, and wrists |
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Patella, kneecap
ex: Patellar- Pertaining to the kneecap, a small bone that protects the knee joint and facilitates leg extension |
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Pelvis, Pelvic bone
ex: Pelvectomy- Surgical removal of part or all of the pelvis, typically performed to treat advanced cancers or severed trauma |
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Stone
ex: Petrous- Resembling stone or pertaining to the Petrous- part of the temporal bone, which houses the inner ear structures |
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Bones of the fingers and toes
ex: Phalangeal- Pertaining to the bones of the fingers or toes, essential for dexterity and movement |
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Sole of the foot
ex: Plantar Fascitis- Inflammation of the fascia on the sole of the foot, causing heel pain and discomfort, often due to overuse or improper footwear |
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Pubis(hip bone)
ex: Pubofemoral- Pertaining to the pubis and femur, such as the pobofemoral ligament, which supports the hip joint |
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Vertebral Spine, Vertebral column
ex: Rachalgia- Pain in the vertebral column, often caused by conditions like arthritis, herniated discs, or muscular strain |
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Rod-Shaped, Striated
ex: Rhabdomyolysis- a condition involving the breakdown of the Striated muscle fibers, leading to the release of muscle contents into the blood stream, potentially causing kidney damage |
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Flesh, Connective tissue
ex: Sarcoma- A malignant tumor of connective tissue such as bone, muscle, or fat, often requiring surgical and medical treatment |
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Crooked, Curved
ex: Scoliosis- Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine, which can cause back pain, posture issues, and in severe cases, breathing difficulties |
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Vertebrae, Spine, Vertebral column
ex: Spondlytis- Inflammation of the vertebrae, often seen in conditions like ankylosing spondylitis, causing stiffness and pain in the spine |
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Tarsals, Ankle Bones
ex: Tarsalgia- Pain in the ankle, in the ankle bones, often caused by arthritis, injury, or overuse |
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Tendon
ex: Tenosynovitis- Inflammation of a tendon and its surrounding synovial sheath, often caused by repetitive movement or injury |
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Vertebra, Spine, Vertebral Column
ex: Vertebral- Pertaining to a vertebrae, one of the interlocking bones that make up the spinal column, providing support and protection for the spinal cord |
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Pelvis, Pelvic bone
ex: Pelvimetary- Measurement of dimensions of the pelvis, often used in obstetrics to assess the feasibility of child birth |
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