Lock

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Lock (medical term)

Lock (/lɒk/), in the medical context, refers to a state of immobility or fixation, often used to describe a joint or muscle that is unable to move or function normally due to injury, disease, or other conditions.

Etymology

The term 'lock' originates from the Old English 'loc', which means a fastening or enclosure. In the medical context, it has been used since the late 19th century to describe a state of immobility or fixation.

Related Terms

  • Joint Lock: A manipulation of an opponent's joint in martial arts, causing pain and potentially injury. In a medical context, it can refer to a joint that is stuck in one position due to injury or disease.
  • Lockjaw: A colloquial term for Tetanus, a serious bacterial infection that causes stiffness and lock in the jaw muscles.
  • Locked-In Syndrome: A rare neurological disorder characterized by complete paralysis of voluntary muscles in all parts of the body except for those that control eye movement.
  • Locking Plate: A type of internal fixation used in orthopedic surgery to hold broken bones in the correct position while they heal.

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