Chapter 3 Definitions Flashcards
contraindicate
to make inadvisable
normative data
information that can be used to describe a specific population
keloid
a nodular, firm, movable, and tender mass of dense, irregularly distributed collagen scar tissue in the dermis and subcutaneous tissue. Common in the
African-American population, keolid scarring tends to occur after trauma or surgery
retinaculum
a fibrous membrane that holds on organ or body part in place
subjective
symptoms stated by the patient that are not externally apparent, such as pain. Personal beliefs and attitudes may alter subjective symptoms
thrombophlebitis
inflammtion of the veins
self-treatment
treatment or rehabilitation performed by the patient without direct supervision direct supervision including home treatmetn programs
hypertrophic
increased size
infrapatellar
the distal portion of the patella including the patellar tendon
outcome measure(s)
data used to evaluation the efficacy of a treatment program or protocol
pronation
an inward flattening and tilting of the foot, resulting in the lowering of the medial longitudinal arch
conductive properties
the ability of a tissue to tranfers heat (from a high temperature to a low temperature) or electrical energy
ergometer
a device used to measure the amount of work performed by the legs or arms
isometric
muscle contraction without appreciable joint motion
working hardening
job-specific exercises used to prevent work-related injuries or to rehabilitate injured workers
