Glossary
Meniscus: A crescentic cartilage (gristle) lying on either side (medial and lateral) of the upper end of the tibia (shin bone), cushioning the joint with the femur (thigh bone).Cartilage: A type of connective tissue that contains cells (chondrocytes) surrounded by a tough but flexible matrix. The cartilage matrix is made of several types of the protein collagen and several types of proteoglycans, which are combinations of protein and long sugar molecules called glycosaminoglycans. Chondroitin sulfate is the major glycosaminoglycan in cartilage.
Ligaments: Fibrous, slightly elastic band of tissue which connects the ends of bones and prevents excessive movement of the joint, or holds organs in place.
Swelling: Abnormal inflammation that occurs in the body.
Surgery: A procedure to remove or repair a part of the body or to find out whether disease is present.
X Ray: High energy radiation with waves shorter than those of visible light. X-rays possess the properties of penetrating most substances (to varying extents), of acting on a photographic film or plate (permitting radiography), and of causing a fluorescent screen to give off light (permitting fluoroscopy). In low doses X-rays are used for making images that help to diagnose disease, and in high doses to treat cancer. Formerly called a Roentgen ray.
MRI: A painless method using magnetic fields for taking pictures of internal organs.Pain
Rehabilitation: Treatment for an injury or illness aimed at restoring physical abilities
Orthopedics: Orthopedics is a branch of medicine, which is related to diagnosis and treatment of diseases of Musculo- skeletal system.
Pain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild localized discomfort to agony. Pain has both physical and emotional components.
Joint: The point of juncture between two or more bones where movement occurs.
