Slip

Slip (Medical Term)

Slip (/slɪp/), in the context of medical terminology, refers to a sudden or unexpected movement of one body part relative to another, often resulting in injury. The term is commonly used in orthopedics and sports medicine.

Etymology

The term "slip" originates from the Old English word "slyppe", which means to slide or glide. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century.

Related Terms

• Sprain: A sprain is an injury to a ligament caused by tearing of the fibers of the ligament. It can occur in any ligament in the body but is most common in the ankle and wrist.
• Strain: A strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon in which the muscle fibers tear as a result of overstretching.
• Fracture: A fracture is a break in a bone. It can range from a thin crack to a complete break.
• Dislocation: A dislocation is an injury to a joint in which the ends of your bones are forced from their normal positions.

See Also

• Orthopedics
• Sports Medicine
• Physical Therapy

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Slip
• Wikipedia's article - Slip

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