Orthopaedics · Skeletal System · Hard
Periostitis
Meaning: Inflammation of the membrane covering the outer surface of bone.
In practice: In medial tibial stress syndrome, traction from soleus irritates the posteromedial border of the distal tibia.
Word parts
- peri- means around
- -itis means inflammation
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Which word means: Inflammation of the fibrous envelope around a joint; the adhesive form causes progressive painful stiffness, as in frozen shoulder.
Answer: Capsulitis
Which word means: Fold of synovial membrane left over from embryonic development of a joint.
Answer: Plica
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