Word Elements
Is the word 'trophy' a prefix, suffix, or root?
Suffix
Myopathy
What shoulder injury is caused by wear and tear and overuse?
Rotator cuff tear
What healthcare professional evaluates and treats speech and communication disorders?
Speech therapist
What is a tool used to assist in daily activities (e.g., crutches or cane)?
Assistive device
What does the suffix -al mean?
Pertaining to
What is an artificial replacement for a missing body part called?
Prosthesis
What is tenosynovitis?
Inflammation of the sheath surrounding a tendon.
What physician specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation?
Physiatrist
What is an environmental modification made to facilitate tasks (e.g., grab bars)?
Adaptive device
What does the root 'pector' mean?
Chest
What is the wasting away or shrinking of muscle called?
Atrophy
What chronic condition causes widespread pain, fatigue, and depression?
Fibromyalgia
What professional designs and fits orthopedic appliances?
Orthotist
What is the brand name of acetaminophen?
Tylenol
What does the suffix -'ure' mean in 'contracture'?
Result of (shortening or pulling together).
Define abduction.
The movement of a body part AWAY from the midline
What is muscular atrophy?
Wasting away or shrinking of a muscle.
What professional diagnoses and treats injuries, disabilities, or other health conditions to improve a patient's range of motion (ROM), reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability?
Physical Therapists
What classification do Aspirin, Ibuprofen, and Naproxen belong to?
NSAID (Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug)
Deconstruct the term: gastrocnemius
Root: gastrocnem - calf of leg
Suffix: ius - pertaining to
Define fascia.
The band of connective tissue that envelopes muscles and forms tendons.
What is the difference between a sprain and strain?
Strain is a partial or complete tear of a muscle or tendon while a sprain is a stretch or tear of a ligament.
What proffesional improves a patient's activities of daily living (ADLs) and adapt to visual and other perceptual deficits?
Occupational Therapists (OT)
What is the surgical removal of a limb or part of a limb called?
Amputation