Orthopedic Glossary of Terms |
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Galeazzi fracture |
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Radial fracture with an associated dislocation of the ulna at the distal radial ulnar joint. |
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Gamekeeper's thumb |
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Rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament at the metacarpophalangeal joint in the thumb; due to forceful abduction of the thumb while the thumb extended. |
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Ganglion cyst |
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Benign tumor mass commonly seen on the dorsal aspect of the wrist. |
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Glenoid labrum |
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| Soft tissue lip around the periphery of the glenoid fossa that widens and deepens the socket to add stability to the joint | ||
Goniometer |
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Protractor used to measure joint position and available joint motion (range of motion). |
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Gout |
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A painful condition as a result of increased uric acid in the joint fluid. Most often attacks small joints, especially the big toe with pain, swelling and redness. |
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