#1
What does the term 'osteoporosis' refer to in orthopedics?
Abnormal softening of the bone
ExplanationBone weakening disease
#2
What is the medical term for a broken bone?
#3
What is the medical term for the collarbone?
Clavicle
ExplanationCollarbone name
#4
What does the acronym 'ACL' stand for in orthopedics?
Anterior Cruciate Ligament
ExplanationKnee ligament acronym
#5
What is the medical term for a dislocated joint?
Dislocation
ExplanationJoint displacement
#6
What is the function of the meniscus in the knee joint?
To cushion and stabilize the joint
ExplanationKnee joint shock absorber
#7
What does 'arthroscopy' involve?
Exploration of a joint with a camera
ExplanationJoint examination with camera
#8
What is 'osteochondritis dissecans'?
A type of fracture involving articular cartilage
ExplanationCartilage-related bone injury
#9
Which condition is characterized by abnormal curvature of the spine?
Scoliosis
ExplanationSpinal curvature disorder
#10
What is a 'bunion'?
An abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toe
ExplanationToe joint swelling
#11
What is 'osteomyelitis'?
Inflammation of the bone and bone marrow
ExplanationBone and marrow inflammation
#12
Which of the following is a common cause of Achilles tendon rupture?
Repeated stress and strain
ExplanationAchilles tendon injury cause
#13
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?
Pain in the elbow
ExplanationNon-elbow pain syndrome
#14
Which of the following is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged hip joint with an artificial one?
Arthroplasty
ExplanationHip joint replacement surgery
#15
What is the medical term for a heel spur?
Plantar fasciitis
ExplanationHeel bone growth
#16
Which of the following is a surgical procedure to stabilize a fractured bone using metal plates, screws, or pins?
Internal fixation
ExplanationBone fracture stabilization surgery
#17
Which of the following is NOT a component of the shoulder joint?
Radius
ExplanationNon-shoulder joint component