Orthopedic pathology
Orthopedic Pathology
Orthopedic pathology (pronunciation: or-tho-PE-dik puh-THOL-uh-jee) is a branch of medicine that deals with the study and diagnosis of diseases and conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system. This includes conditions related to the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
Etymology
The term "orthopedic" comes from the Greek words "orthos," meaning straight, and "paideia," meaning rearing of children. The term "pathology" comes from the Greek words "pathos," meaning suffering, and "logia," meaning study of. Thus, orthopedic pathology can be understood as the study of diseases that prevent the straight or normal functioning of the musculoskeletal system.
Related Terms
- Arthritis: A condition that causes inflammation and stiffness in the joints.
- Osteoporosis: A disease that weakens the bones, making them more likely to break.
- Tendonitis: Inflammation or irritation of a tendon, a thick cord that attaches bone to muscle.
- Fracture: A break in the bone.
- Muscular dystrophy: A group of diseases that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass.
- Rheumatoid arthritis: A chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Orthopedic pathology
- Wikipedia's article - Orthopedic pathology
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