| A | B |
|---|
| Scoliosis | lateral curve of spine |
| Arthroscopy | visual exam of joint |
| Arthrocentesis | aspiration of synovial fluid |
| Bone Scan | IV injection w/dye |
| 3 types of casts | cylinder body hip |
| cast | ridge mold that immobilizes |
| Bivalve Cast | after set, may be cut in 2 to reduce swelling |
| Splint | immobilized and supports |
| Braces | provides support control movement and prevent add injuries |
| Reducing Fractures | restore proper alignment |
| Traction | pulling structures of muscular system |
| Traction is used to | relief muscle spasms, align bones, immobilization |
| Closed Reduction fixed by | external manupulation |
| Internal Fixation | metal screws, plates, rods |
| External Fixation | from outside of skin, metal pins inserted in bones |
| Arthroplasty | reconstruction of joint |
| Subluxation | dislocation |
| Strains | stretched or pulled |
| Sprains | injury to ligament |
| RICE | rest ice compression elevate |
