Definitions
weak electrical currents to stimulate tissues
electrotherapy
name three types of ribs
true ribs, false ribs, floating ribs
thigh muscle is called...
quadriceps
small, flat, light-brown or reddish spots on the skin caused by clusters of melanin
freckles
Tendons attach muscles to...
bones
cardiac muscle is called...
myocardium
any movement of a body part or joint driven entirely by an external force
passive exercise
rounded end or tip of a long bone
epiphysis
muscles that stabilise, or fix, ends of other muscles are called
fixators
a medical facility where people receive diagnosis, treatment, or care without staying overnight
outpatient clinic
bone growth
ossification
voluntary muscles are made up of...
striated muscle fibres
a thick, oily, or greasy substance applied to the skin to heal wounds, soothe pain, or protect irritated areas
ointment
Blood cell formation
hematopoiesis
skin contraction in cold conditions is called...
gooseflesh or goose pimples or goose bumps