Orthopaedics · Musculoskeletal System · Medium
Laxity
Meaning: Looseness of a joint or ligament, allowing more movement than normal.
In practice: Anterior laxity of the knee on examination suggested an ACL injury.
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Which word means: Forward angulation of the femoral neck relative to the femoral condyles.
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Answer: Occult
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