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osteomyelitis

an inflammation caused by bacteria

osteoporosis

bone disorder characterized by a decrease in bone density and mass

rickets

caused by bowed legs in children

osteomalacia

bone softening in adulthood

neoplasms

abnormal tissue that grows rapidly

osteosarcoma

bone tumor

chondrosarcoma

tumor that is the cartilage

osteoarthritis

join degeneration from wear and tear over time

herniated disc

a disc that protrudes into the vertebral canal and puts pressure on the spinal nerve

kyphosis (humpback) and loss of height

compression fractures of the vertebrae may produce

lordosis

curvature in the lumbar region

scoliosis

sideways curvature of the spine that may occur in any region of the spine

arthrocentesis

drains fluid and relives the pressure in the joint

orthopedic surgeon

a physician in the field of orthopedics

physical therapist

who works to restore correct muscle movement and ability

occupational therapist

person who works to increase independent function through therapy

kinesiologist

person who studies movement and the involved structures

rheumatologist

person who treats joint and connective tissue disorders such as arthritis