Fulcrum
Fulcrum (medicine)
Fulcrum (pronounced: /ˈfʊl.krəm/, from Latin fulcire, meaning "to prop") is a term used in various fields of medicine. In a general sense, a fulcrum is a point of support or pivot on which a lever turns, or something that plays a central or essential role in an activity, event, or situation.
In Orthopedics
In orthopedics, a fulcrum is often used to describe the point of support or pivot in the human body, particularly in relation to bone and joint mechanics. For example, the elbow joint acts as a fulcrum when lifting an object with the hand.
In Dentistry
In dentistry, a fulcrum is a point of support on which a lever turns. In this context, the term is often used to describe the point of support for a dental instrument, such as a dental mirror or scaler, which allows for controlled movement and stability during dental procedures.
In Physical Therapy
In physical therapy, a fulcrum is used in exercises and treatments to increase range of motion, improve balance, and enhance strength. For example, a foam roller can be used as a fulcrum in exercises to improve spinal mobility.
Related Terms
- Lever: A rigid bar resting on a pivot, used to help move a heavy or firmly fixed load with one end when pressure is applied to the other.
- Pivot: The central point, pin, or shaft on which a mechanism turns or oscillates.
- Orthopedics: The branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.
- Dentistry: The treatment of diseases and other conditions that affect the teeth and gums, especially the repair and extraction of teeth and the insertion of artificial ones.
- Physical Therapy: The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise rather than by drugs or surgery.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fulcrum
- Wikipedia's article - Fulcrum
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