68W Orthopedic LPC
Articulation - ANS-a joint, the place of union or junction between two or more bones
Articular Cartilage - ANS-a tough white fibrous connective tissue attached to the
articular surfaces of bones. NO BLOOD SUPPLY and derives its nourishment from the
synovial fluid and from the underlying tissue.
Bursa - ANS-a saclike body cavity located between joints or at points of friction between
two moving structures. Filled with synovial fluid.
Bursitis - ANS-Inflammation of Bursa
Dislocation - ANS-A bone that has been displaced from its usual articulation with
another bone.
Ecchymosis - ANS-passage of blood from ruptured blood vessels into SC tissue,
marked by purple discoloration of the skin.
Effusion - ANS-accumulation of fluid in various spaces of the body, such as the knee
which is a frequent consequence of injury.
Erythema - ANS-redness of the skin such as seen in sunburn
Eversion - ANS-elevation of the lateral border of the foot
Flaccid - ANS-lacking firmness, resilience, or muscle tone
Gait - ANS-a particular way or manner of walking, described as a normal gait or an
antalgic (abnormal) gait
Inversion - ANS-elevation of the medial border of the foot
Hemarthrosis - ANS-blood in the joint
Ligament - ANS-a band or sheet of tough fibrous tissue joining two or more bone or
cartilages, provide stability of joints and, when intact, limit their movement to that which
is normal
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