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WorksheetsSkeletal vocab
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Osteosarcoma
benign neoplasm of cartilage tissue
malignant neoplasm originating from bone-forming cells
chronic inflammatory disease affecting synovial joints
degenerative disorder of articular cartilage
ulnocarpal
degeneration of a synovial joint
orthopedic device for immobilization of a limb
relating to the medial aspect of the wrist adjacent to the ulna
excision of a cranial bone segment
polyarthritis
simultaneous inflammation of multiple synovial joints
abnormal posterior curvature of the thoracic vertebrae
having a structure resembling a saber
surgical opening of the cranial vault
sternotomy
surgical removal of the sternum
fusion of the sternum and clavicle
incision into the sternum
abnormal curvature of the sternum
Scoliosis
abnormal lateral deviation of the vertebral column
proximal bone of the upper limb
chronic discomfort in the lumbar region
arthroplasty procedure
tendinitis
inflammatory pathology affecting connective tissue between muscle and bone
surgical intervention involving cranial bone
genetic disorder marked by hyperuricemia and joint deposition of urate crystals
pathological rigidity of articular structures
reduction
osteotomy involving cranial vault remodeling
genu varum deformity
realignment or repositioning technique for osseous or soft tissue injuries
idiopathic scoliosis
lumbodynia
discomfort localized to the lumbar region
pain radiating from the sacroiliac joint
inflammation of the phalangeal joints
crystalline arthropathy due to hyperuricemia
myelitis
Degeneration of the spinal cord
Inflammation of the meninges
Inflammation of bone marrow or spinal cord
Abnormal hardening of bone tissue
orthopedist
A medical specialist focused on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal system disorders
A genetic disorder resulting in monosodium urate crystal deposition in joints
A traumatic overstretching or tearing of connective tissue linking bones
A pathological condition marked by synovial membrane inflammation
craniotomy
surgical opening of the cranial vault
device for immobilizing cranial fractures
sword-shaped cranial bone
joint connecting the skull and spine
acroarthritis
proximal phalangeal bone inflammation
inflammation affecting the distal extremity joints
a specialist in musculoskeletal pathologies
relating to the intercostal spaces
arthralgia
pain in multiple joints
pain in the elbow
inflammation of the joint lining
pain between the ribs
ankylosis
fusion of adjacent bones leading to immobility
orthopedic device for immobilization and support
pathological fixation and rigidity of a joint
aggressive neoplastic growth originating in osseous tissue
lumbar
relating to the costal cartilages
a genetic disorder marked by urate crystal accumulation in synovial spaces
situated in the intercostal region
associated with the vertebral area between the thoracic cage and the sacrum
hammertoe
malignant neoplasm of hematopoietic tissue
a pathological contracture causing persistent flexion at the proximal interphalangeal joint of a toe
arthroscopic inspection of synovial cavities
chronic synovitis of a periarticular sac
chondrocostal
relating to the cartilage connecting the ribs to the sternum
inflammation of the connective tissue in the lower back
surgical excision of a cranial bone segment
the bone located on the medial side of the antebrachium
Bursitis
the act of rendering a joint immobile through medical intervention
unique epidermal ridge patterns used for identification
arthralgia characterized by discomfort in synovial articulations
inflammatory condition affecting a synovial fluid-filled sac
Gout
inflammation localized to the sacroiliac joint
calcaneal discomfort due to repetitive stress
an inherited disorder marked by recurrent episodes of joint inflammation caused by urate crystal deposition
relating to the carpal region
Fixation
relating to the process of ossification
the surgical repair of a tendon
the act of stabilizing a body part to prevent movement
pertaining to the fibrous tissue surrounding a joint
arthroscopy
surgical removal of joint cartilage
visual inspection of the interior of a joint using an endoscope
fusion of two bones at a joint
inflammation of the synovial membrane
clavicular
pertaining to the scapula
pertaining to the clavicle
pertaining to the sternum
pertaining to the humerus
arthroplasty
surgical procedure to fuse adjacent vertebral bodies, restricting spinal mobility
operative intervention aimed at restoring joint function or replacing a damaged joint
relating to the carpal region of the upper limb
posterior prominence of the calcaneus
craniectomy
the surgical removal of a portion of the skull
the surgical removal of a portion of the brain
the surgical repair of the skull
the surgical removal of the scalp
arthrocentesis
lateral bone of the lower leg
aspiration of synovial fluid from a joint cavity
abnormal lateral curvature of the knee
relating to the carpal region
costosternal
pertaining to the cartilage between ribs
pertaining to the joint between the sternum and clavicle
pertaining to the connection between a rib and the sternum
pertaining to the membrane covering the ribs
Collagen
A condition characterized by the collapse of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot
A structural protein responsible for providing tensile strength and resilience to connective tissues such as skin, tendons, and ligaments
A surgical procedure involving the removal of carpal bones to treat severe hand deformities
A repetitive strain injury causing lateral epicondylitis due to excessive use of the extensor muscles of the forearm
Dactylic
relating to the carpal region
relating to the digits of the hand or foot
abnormal development of epiphyseal cartilage in long bones
surgical fusion of adjacent vertebral bodies
lordosis
A structural protein crucial for dermal elasticity and resilience
An exaggerated inward curvature of the lumbar vertebral column
A therapeutic intervention involving sustained tension to realign dislocated or fractured bones
Relating to the medial aspect of the forearm at the wrist joint
Carpal
pertaining to the ankle
pertaining to the wrist region
pertaining to the metacarpal bones
pertaining to the phalanges
chondral
relating to a fibrous connective tissue found in joints
a condition involving the entrapment of a peripheral nerve in the wrist
pertaining to the resilient tissue that cushions joints
an immune-mediated inflammation of the bone marrow
Acromion
a medical device designed to immobilize and support a limb after injury
a bony projection on the scapula that articulates with the clavicle to form part of the shoulder complex
relating to the anatomical region located inferior to the clavicle
a clinical term describing discomfort or inflammation in a synovial joint
ischial
relating to the ilium, part of the pelvic bone
pertaining to the ischium, a lower portion of the pelvis
referring to the sacrum, base of the spinal column
associated with the femur, thigh bone
Femoral
relating to the articulation of the hip and thigh
pertaining to the femur or thigh bone
associated with the pelvic girdle
a disorder involving uric acid crystal deposition in joints
bursa
a fibrocartilaginous structure cushioning the vertebral discs
a fluid-filled synovial sac that reduces friction between musculoskeletal structures such as tendons and bones
a ligament connecting the femur to the pelvis
inflammation of the connective tissue surrounding the hip joint
coccygeal
pertaining to the phalanges
inferior to the mandibular region
relating to the terminal vertebrae
associated with the lumbar region
carpal tunnel syndrome
a surgical intervention to fuse adjacent vertebrae, thereby restricting spinal mobility
a condition involving inflammation of the olecranon bursa near the elbow joint
relating to the anatomical region inferior to the clavicular bone
a neuropathic disorder caused by compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel of the wrist
Calcaneal
bone forming the heel
inflammation of the synovial membrane
fusion of bones
surgical removal of a joint
Calcium
A mineral primarily involved in neuromuscular transmission and muscle contraction
A mineral that is vital for skeletal mineralization, dental integrity, hemostasis, and cellular signaling
A surgical procedure to fuse adjacent vertebral bodies, restricting spinal mobility
A congenital anomaly affecting the ossification of the epiphyseal cartilage in long bones
dactylogram
impression left by dermal ridges
surgical removal of a phalanx
inflammation of the digital nerves
ossification of the metacarpal region
