Musculoskeletal System And Orthopedics Codexery

A source-cited reference to musculoskeletal system and orthopedics

Musculoskeletal System And Orthopedics (15)

• Open fracture — Open fractures involve a broken bone protruding through the skin.
• Orthopedic surgery — Branch of surgery treating musculoskeletal conditions.
• Osteoarthritis — Degenerative joint disease causing pain and disability worldwide.
• Osteoporosis — A systemic skeletal disorder increasing fracture risk, common in the elderly.
• Reduction (orthopedic procedure) — Procedure to realign broken bones or dislocated joints.
• Scoliosis — A spinal condition with irregular curvature, often of unknown cause.
• Sciatica — Pain along the sciatic nerve, often from disc herniation.
• Shoulder — The shoulder is the most mobile and potentially unstable joint.
• Pectoralis major — Thick, fan-shaped muscle of the human chest.
• Rectus abdominis muscle — Paired abdominal muscle responsible for trunk flexion and posture.
• Repetitive strain injury — An umbrella term for musculoskeletal injuries from repetitive strain.
• Sprain — Ligament injury from joint overextension; common in ankles, knees, wrists.
• Strain (injury) — An acute muscle injury from tearing of fibers.
• Polytrauma — Medical condition of multiple traumatic injuries, often from combat or crashes.
• Skull fracture — A break in the cranial bones from blunt force trauma.

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