Sprains and Strains Glossary of Terms
The following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Sprains and Strains article.
Acetaminophen: A nonaspirin pain reliever or analgesic. Acetaminophen may be given alone t... See the entire definition of AcetaminophenAnkle: The ankle joint is complex. It is made up of two joints: the true ankle joint and ... See the entire definition of AnkleArtery: A vessel that carries blood high in oxygen content away from the heart to the far... See the entire definition of ArteryBrain: The portion of the central nervous system that is located within the skull. It func... See the entire definition of BrainCast: 1) A protective shell of fiberglass, plastic, or plaster, and bandage that is molde... See the entire definition of CastCirculation: In medicine, the movement of fluid through the body in a regular or circuitou... See the entire definition of CirculationDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDrain: A device for removing fluid from a cavity or wound. A drain is typically a tube or ... See the entire definition of DrainElbow: The juncture of the long bones in the middle portion of the upper extremity. The bo... See the entire definition of ElbowHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartIbuprofen: A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used to treat pa... See the entire definition of IbuprofenInflammation: A localized reaction that produces redness, warmth, swelling, and pain as a ... See the entire definition of InflammationInjury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryJoint: The area where two bones are attached for the purpose of permitting body parts to m... See the entire definition of JointKnee: The knee is a joint which has three parts. The thigh bone (the femur) meets the lar... See the entire definition of Knee
Leg: In popular usage, the part of the body from the top of the thigh down to the foot, an... See the entire definition of LegLigament: A tough band of connective tissue that connects various structures, such as two ... See the entire definition of LigamentLimb: An arm or a leg. Muscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleNerve: A bundle of fibers that uses electrical and chemical signals to transmit sensory an... See the entire definition of NerveOperation: In medicine, a surgical procedure. Many operations are named after persons. The... See the entire definition of OperationPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPhysical therapy: A branch of rehabilitative health that uses specially designed exercises... See the entire definition of Physical therapyPrescription: A physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or dev... See the entire definition of PrescriptionRange of motion: The full movement potential of a joint, usually its range of flexion and ... See the entire definition of Range of motionRehabilitation: The process of helping a person who has suffered an illness or injury rest... See the entire definition of RehabilitationRule out: Term used in medicine, meaning to eliminate or exclude something from considera... See the entire definition of Rule outRupture: A break or tear in any organ (such as the spleen) or soft tissue (such as the ach... See the entire definition of RuptureSpasm: A brief, automatic jerking movement. A muscle spasm can be quite painful, with the ... See the entire definition of Spasm
Sprain: An injury to a ligament that results from overuse or trauma. The treatment of a sp... See the entire definition of SprainStrain: 1. An injury to a tendon or muscle resulting from overuse or trauma. 2. A heredita... See the entire definition of StrainStress: In a medical or biological context stress is a physical, mental, or emotional fact... See the entire definition of StressSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgerySymptom: Any subjective evidence of disease. In contrast, a sign is objective. Blood comin... See the entire definition of SymptomTear: A drop of the salty secretion of the lacrimal glands which serves to moisten the con... See the entire definition of TearTendon: The soft tissue by which muscle attaches to bone. Tendons are somewhat flexible, b... See the entire definition of TendonTherapy: The treatment of disease. Therapy is synonymous with treatment. Tylenol: See: Acetaminophen. Wrist: The part of the hand that is nearest the forearm and consists of the carpal bones a... See the entire definition of Wrist
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