Orthopaedics · Skeletal System · Hard

Apophysitis

Meaning: Traction inflammation of a growth centre where a tendon attaches in a growing child.

In practice: Osgood-Schlatter, Sever disease and Little Leaguer's elbow are all examples in active adolescents.

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Which word means: The shoulder blade — a flat triangular bone at the back of the shoulder.

Which word means: Wedge-shaped carpal bone of the distal row with a hook projecting into the palm.

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