Normal and pathological joints Flashcards
Define a sign
Change with some evidence behind it, such as an X-ray image
Define a symptom
Something we can observe.
A feature which is regarded as indicating a condition of disease
Define a disorder
Disruption of function, set of associated symptoms
Define disease
A disruption of function that produces specific symptoms
Define syndrome
A group of symptoms which consistently occur together
What do you look at in an X-ray inspection
Shape of the outside of the bone
Shade of whiteness inside the bone
Joint space
Alignment of bone
In an X-ray, what does no joint space suggest?
No cartilage is present. Bones will rub on each other, nerve endings are compressed and there will be altered movement
What is osteoarthritis?
Degenerate bone disease.
It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones wears down over time.
What affect does osteoarthritis have on joints?
Morning stiffness
Reduced ROM
Painful to weight bear
Swelling around joint
What is rheumatoid arthritis?
Chronic, symmetrical inflammation of joints.
It is an autoimmune disease, the immune system attacks the cells that line your joints by mistake, making the joints swollen, stiff and painful
What are the clinical features of rheumatoid arthritis?
Painful during and after movement Morning stiffness Swelling Inflammation of other organs Joint destruction and deformity
