Word Parts
two, twice, double
Carditis
inflammation of the heart
Paralysis of all four extremties
Quadriplegia
Condition that involves painful inflammation of the connective tissue in the sole of the foot?
Plantar fasciitis
Brady-
Slow
dys-
bad, difficult, or painful
The movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.
Abduction
Contracture
Ergonomics
The study of improving efficiency in a work environment
Which two sports did Ms. Lee play in college?
Basketball/Volleyball
-cele
hernia, tumor, swelling
Inflammation of the fascia
fasciitis
Movement of limbs towards to the midline
Adduction
Adhesion
Sticking together of body tissues
A 'shin splint' commonly affects which area?
Lower legs
-plegia
paralysis, stroke
Extreme slowness in movement
Ataxia
lack of muscle coordination during movement
Excessive movement
Hyperkinesia
Which muscle type controls passage through openings?
Sphincter
-rrhexis
rupture
Injury to a joint
Sprain
Oblique
Slanted or at an angle
Degeneration of muscle tissue
myolysis
Which of the following refers to partial paralysis affecting one side of the body?
Hemiplegia