Alteration in mobility

mobility

Ability for free movement.

immobility

Complete restriction of movement of a limb or joint.

joint

An area in which two bones come together linked through fibrous structures, synovial tissues, or cartilage.

diaphysis

The long, cylindrical shaft of a long bone.

epiphysis

The irregularly shaped ends of long bones.

periosteum

A highly vascular structure covering the bone, maintaining and repairing bone structure.

sarcopenia

The loss of muscle mass associated with aging.

osteoporosis

A condition characterized by reduced bone density and increased fracture risk.

venous thromboembolism

A condition wherein a blood clot forms in a vein, potentially leading to complications.

abduction

Movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.

adduction

Movement of a limb toward the midline of the body.

circumduction

Circular movement at a joint, combining flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction.

osteoblasts

Cells that form new bone by producing a collagen matrix.

osteoclasts

Cells that break down bone tissue, involved in bone resorption.

hematopoiesis

The formation of blood cells from stem cells in the bone marrow.

joint effusion

Accumulation of excess fluid in the synovial cavity of a joint.

arthrocentesis

A procedure to remove fluid from a joint using a needle.

transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)

A method using low-voltage electrical stimulation for pain relief.

compartment syndrome

A painful condition that occurs when pressure within the muscles builds to dangerous levels.

muscle tone

The state of partial contraction of a muscle when not in active use.

immobilization

Preventing movement of a body part, often used to protect an injured area.

rehabilitation

The process designed to restore function and mobility after injury or surgery.