Skeletal Disorders & Diagnostic Procedures: Key Concepts for Students

Arthritis

Joint inflammation

Osteoarthritis

A type of arthritis that occurs when flexible tissue at the ends of bones wears down.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

An autoimmune disorder that primarily affects joints.

Degenerative Joint Disease

A type of arthritis that involves the degeneration of joint cartilage.

Spondylosis

Degeneration of the spine.

Gout

A form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in joints.

Herniated Disc

A condition in which a disc in the spine bulges out.

Scoliosis

Sideways curve of spine, common in teens.

Kyphosis

Rounded upper back.

Lordosis

Excess inward curve of the spine.

Rickets

Childhood bone softening, characterized by bowed legs.

Osteomyelitis

Bone infection caused by bacteria, requires antibiotics.

Bone Tumors

Abnormal growths that can be benign or malignant.

Myeloma

Bone marrow cancer that affects blood cells.

Orthopedic Doctor

Bone & joint specialist who performs surgery.

Chiropractor

Specialist in spine alignment and musculoskeletal system health.

Podiatrist

Foot & ankle specialist.

Rheumatologist

Doctor who treats arthritis and autoimmune diseases.

X-Ray

Imaging test that shows bones and detects fractures.

MRI

Magnetic Resonance Imaging that shows soft tissue using magnets.

Ultrasound

Uses sound waves to view soft tissue.

Bone Density Test

Measures bone strength and detects osteoporosis.

Biopsy

Tissue sample used to detect cancer or disease.