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A clean cut in the skin or tissue, usually from a sharp object.
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A superficial scrape of the skin.
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Bruising of the tissue caused by a direct blow.
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A tear in the skin or other tissue.
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The tearing away of a tendon, ligament, or piece of bone from its attachment.
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The complete or partial loss of a body part.
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A small, deep hole in the skin or tissue, often caused by a pointed object.
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A brain injury that occurs opposite the site of impact.
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The body's initial response to injury.
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The process of tissue healing and restoration, second phase of healing.
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The breakdown and reabsorption of bone after healing, last phase of healing.
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The tearing away of a tendon, ligament, or piece of bone from its attachment.
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A fracture caused by repetitive stress over time.
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A spiral-shaped fracture, often caused by a twisting force.
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A fracture that runs lengthwise along the bone.
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A fracture caused by compression, such as a direct blow or weight.
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A fracture that runs at an angle across the bone.
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A fracture that breaks the bone straight across.
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A fracture that breaks the bone into more than two pieces.
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stick A fracture in a young, flexible bone where the bone bends instead of breaking completely.
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A fracture where the bone is driven inward, often seen in the skull.
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A fracture involving the floor or wall of the eye socket.
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A fracture caused by an underlying disease or condition, such as a tumor.
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A fracture that involves the growth plate.
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An imaging test that uses X-rays to view bones and other structures.
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Scan A nuclear medicine test that shows bone metabolism and activity.
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Scan A detailed imaging test that uses X-rays and computer technology.
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An imaging test that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images.
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A bone density scan that measures bone mineral density.
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A joint injury in which the bones are forced out of their normal alignment.
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A break or crack in a bone.
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A condition where bones become less dense than normal.
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A condition where bones become weak and brittle, increasing fracture risk.
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The use of a device to immobilize and support a joint or injured area.
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A stretching or tearing injury to a ligament.
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A stretching or tearing injury to a muscle or tendon.
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A stitch used to close a wound.
