Quad

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Quad

Quad (pronounced: kwod) is a term often used in the medical field to refer to the quadriceps muscle or the quadriplegia condition.

Etymology

The term "quad" is derived from the Latin word "quadriceps," which means "four-headed," referring to the four muscles that make up the quadriceps muscle group in the human body. In the context of quadriplegia, "quad" is derived from the Latin word "quattuor," which means "four," and the Greek word "plegia," which means "paralysis."

Quadriceps Muscle

The quadriceps muscle is a group of muscles located in the front of the thigh. It is responsible for the extension of the knee joint and is crucial for movements such as walking, running, and jumping. The quadriceps muscle group consists of four muscles: the vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, vastus intermedius, and the rectus femoris.

Quadriplegia

Quadriplegia is a medical condition characterized by the paralysis of all four limbs and the torso, usually as a result of a spinal cord injury. The severity and extent of the paralysis can vary depending on the level and extent of the spinal cord injury.

Related Terms

  • Paraplegia: Paralysis of the lower half of the body, including both legs.
  • Hemiplegia: Paralysis of one side of the body.
  • Paresis: Partial or incomplete paralysis.
  • Spinal cord injury: Damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal.

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