pathology
characterized by localized tenderness, widespread pain, joint stiffness, and fatigue, with the affected person having no signs of inflammation or degeneration in the tissues
Fibromyalgia syndrome
injury that occurs when muscles or tendons become overstretched or torn
Strain
the longest and strongest bone of the body
Femur
In the process of metastasis, what is the first step
Oncongene activation
exposure to high-energy rays to kill or slow tumor growth
Radiation therapy
characterized by the presence of trigger points and muscular pain
Myofascial pain syndrome
a group of disorders involving spasms of the sternocleidomastoid muscle
Torticollis
All muscles of the quadriceps femoris group attach at the
Tibial tuberosity (via the patella and patellar ligament
In the process of metastasis, what step refers to the establishment of cancer cells in a new location
Colonization
________ is the accumulation of excess interstitial fluid between cells; _________ is the accumulation of protein rich, hydrophilic fluid between the cells
Simple edema/lymphedema
patellar tendonitis in immature bone at the tibial tuberosity and is more commonly seen in children aged 11-13 who participate in sports such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics
Osgood-Schlatter disease
a strain of the cervical spine, most commonly at the junction of fourth and fifth cervical vertebrae
Whiplash
The sartorius, adductor longus, and inguinal ligament comprise the
Femoral triangle
the technical term for a substance that is known to contribute to cancer risk
Carcinogen
appropriate modifications for a client who has an undiagnosed lump
Bring it to your client’s attention, avoid the area, and encourage your client to discuss it with his doctor before you work together again
chronic inflammation of the plantar fascia
Plantar fasciitis
inflammation of the tendinous sheath located on the radial side of the wrist
de Quervain tenosynovitis
One possible cause for trigger points in the hamstrings is
Posterior thigh compression by ill-fitting chair
most likely to be possible early signs of cancer
Unusual hair growth, indigestion, persistent cough
characterized pain along the medial tibia and is common among people who participate in sports and exercises that involve running and jumping
Shin splints
the most common cancer diagnosis in the United States
Skin cancer
This cancer treatment option uses drugs that kill fast-growing cells
Chemotherapy