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Orthopedic Glossary of Terms |
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Observation |
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Visual analysis of overall appearance, symmetry, general motor function, posture, and gait. |
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Orthosis |
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Devices or appliances used to correct or straighten a deformity. |
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Orthotics |
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The science concerned with the making and fitting of orthopedic appliances. |
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Osgood-Schlatter disease |
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Inflammation or partial avulsion of the tibial apophysis due to traction forces. |
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Osteitis pubis |
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Stress fracture to the pubic symphysis caused by repeated overload of the adductor muscles or repetitive stress activities |
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Osteoarthritis |
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A condition caused by wear and tear that causes inflammation of the joint, causing swelling, pain, and stiffness. |
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Osteochondral fracture |
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Fracture involving the articular cartilage and underlying bone. |
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Osteochondritis dissecans |
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Localized area of avascular necrosis resulting in complete or incomplete separation of joint cartilage and subchondral bone. |
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Osteochondrosis |
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Any condition characterized by degeneration of aseptic necrosis of the articular cartilage due to limited blood supply. |
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Osteomyelitis |
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Inflammation or infection of the bone and bone marrow. |
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Osteopenia |
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Condition of reduced bone mineral density that predisposed the individual to fractures. |
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Osteoporosis |
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Pathological condition pf reduced bone mass and strength |
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Overload principle |
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Physiologic improvements occur only when an individual physically demands more of the muscles than is normally required. |
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Overuse injury |
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Any injury caused by excessive repetitive movement of the body part. |
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