Somerset
Somerset (Medicine)
Somerset (/ˈsʌmərsɛt/ SUM-ər-set) is a term used in the field of medicine, particularly in relation to the Somerset technique, a procedure used in orthopedic surgery. The term is derived from the county of Somerset in England, where the technique was first developed.
Etymology
The term 'Somerset' is derived from the Old English 'Sumorsǣte', meaning 'the people living at or dependent on Sumortūn'. The first known use of the term in a medical context dates back to the early 20th century, when the Somerset technique was first developed in the county of Somerset, England.
Related Terms
- Somerset technique: A surgical procedure used in orthopedic surgery, named after the county of Somerset where it was first developed.
- Orthopedic surgery: The branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
- Musculoskeletal system: The system that provides form, support, stability, and movement to the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Somerset
- Wikipedia's article - Somerset
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