Acromegaly
skeletal abnormality caused by secretion or excessive growth hormone
after puberty
Carpal tunnel
inflammation of tissue causing compression of nerves in wrist
Colles' fracture
fracture of the distal end of the radius
Compound fracture
broken ends of bone protrude through skin
Craniostenosis
premature closure of fontanels
Genu valgum
knock knee
Genu verum
bow leg
Hallux valgus
bunion
Hematopoiesis
blood cell formation
Kyphosis
exaggerated thoracic curve(hunchback)
Lorosis
exaggerated lumbar curve(swayback)
Luxation
displacement of bones from a joint with tearing of ligaments
Osteoarthritis
degeneration of articular cartilage at joints due to wear and tear,
usually age related
Osteomalacia
softening of the bone due to decreased mineral content
Osteopenia
inadequate ossification which leads to thinner weaker bone
Osteoporosis
age-related disorder characterized by decreased bone bass, often the
result of decreased estrogen levels
Pott's fracture
fracture of the distal end of the tibia and fibula
Rheumatism
pain or stiffness in skeletal or muscular system
Rheumatoid arthritis
auto immune damage to joints
rickets
disease that causes soft bones in children
Scoliosis
lateral curvature of the spine
Scurvy
vitamin C deficiency
simple fracture
bone is broken but does not protrude through skin
Spina bifida
caused by developmental abnormality of brain and spinal cord
Subluxation
partial or incomplete dislocation
talipes equinovarus
AKA club foot