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LESSON 4
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
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Medical
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11/03/2026

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Term
brady-
Definition

Slow

Example: Bradykinesia – Slowness of movement, often a symptom of neurological disorders like Parkinson’s disease, affecting motor function and coordination.

Term
hyper-
Definition
  • Above, excessive

  • Example: Hypertonia – Excessive muscle tone, resulting in stiffness or rigidity, commonly seen in conditions like cerebral palsy or stroke.

Term
supra-
Definition

Above

 Example: Suprapatellar – Refers to the area above the patella (kneecap), commonly associated with the suprapatellar bursa, which reduces friction and allows smooth movement of the quadriceps tendon over the femur.

Term
sym-
Definition

Together, joined

Example: Symphysis pubis – A cartilaginous joint where the two pubic bones meet in the pelvis, allowing slight movement for childbirth and pelvic flexibility.

Term
intra-
Definition

Within, in

Example: Intramuscular injection – An injection administered directly into a muscle, commonly used for vaccines or medication delivery.

Term
sub-
Definition

Below, under

Example: Subscapularis muscle – A muscle located below the scapula (shoulder blade), playing a key role in shoulder rotation and stabilization.

Term
poly-
Definition

Many, much

Example: Polydactyly – A congenital condition characterized by having more than the normal number of fingers or toes, which may require surgical correction for functional or cosmetic reasons.

Term
ad-
Definition

Towards

Example: Adduction – Movement of a limb toward the midline of the body, such as bringing the arm or leg back to its resting position after abduction.

Term
inter-
Definition

Between

Intervertebral disc – A fibrocartilaginous structure located between the vertebrae of the spine, providing cushioning and flexibility.

Term
-asthenia
Definition

Weakness

 Example: Myasthenia – Muscle weakness, commonly associated with conditions like myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disorder affecting neuromuscular function.

Term
-centesis
Definition

Surgical puncture to aspirate fluid

Example: Arthrocentesis – Surgical puncture of a joint to remove fluid for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes, often used to relieve swelling or analyze joint conditions.

Term
-clasia
Definition

Break

Example: Osteoclasia – Surgical breaking of bone tissue to correct deformities or aid in the healing process in severe cases.

Term
-clast
Definition

Break

 Example: Osteoclast – A specialized bone cell that breaks down bone tissue during bone remodeling and repair.

Term
-ectomy
Definition

Excision, surgical removal, cutting out

Example: Tenectomy – Surgical removal of part of a tendon, often performed to treat chronic tendon inflammation or injury.

Term
-graphy
Definition

Process of recording, radiographic imaging

Example: Arthrography – Imaging of a joint using contrast dye to assess joint structures such as cartilage, ligaments, and bones.

Term
-malacia
Definition

Softening 

Example: Chondromalacia – Softening of cartilage, particularly in the knee, leading to pain and difficulty with movement.

Term
-penia
Definition

Abnormal reduction 

Example: Sarcopenia – Loss of muscle mass and strength, often associated with aging, inactivity, or poor nutrition.

Term
-sarcoma
Definition

 Malignant tumor

 Example: Osteosarcoma – A malignant bone tumor commonly affecting children and young adults, requiring surgical and medical treatment.

Term
-trophy
Definition

Nourishment, development

 Example: Hypertrophy – Excessive development of tissue or an organ, commonly referring to increased muscle size due to exercise or compensatory growth.

 

 

Term
-rrhaphy
Definition

Suturing, repairing

Example: Tenorrhaphy – Suturing of a torn or severed tendon to restore function and stability.

Term
ankyl/o
Definition

Stiff, bent

Example: Ankylosis - Abnormal stiffening and immobility of a joint due to fusion of the bones, often caused by injury or disease.

Term
chondr/o
Definition

Cartilage

Example: Chondromalacia - Softening of cartilage, commonly affecting the knee and leading to pain and swelling during movement.

Term
crani/o
Definition

Cranium

 Example: Craniotomy - Surgical incision into the cranium to access the brain for procedures such as tumor removal or trauma management.

Term
electr/o
Definition

Electricity; electrical activitiy

Example: Electromyography - A diagnostic test that records the electrical activity of muscles to detect neuromuscular disorders.

Term
kinesi/o
Definition

Movement, motion

Example: Kinesiology - The study of movement and how the body’s muscles, bones, and joints work together to produce motion.

Term
fasci/o
Definition

Fascia

Example: Fasciotomy - A surgical incision into fascia to relieve tension or pressure, often used to treat compartment syndrome.

Term
lumb/o
Definition

Lion, lumbar region of the spine

Example: Lumbodynia - Pain in the lumbar region, often caused by muscle strain, injury, or degenerative conditions.

Term
mandibul/o
Definition

Mandible, lower jaw bone

Example: Mandibular - Pertaining to the mandible, the largest and strongest bone of the face that holds the lower teeth.

Term
maxill/o
Definition

Maxilla, upper jaw bone

Example: Maxillofacial - Pertaining to the maxilla and face, often referring to surgeries or treatments involving the upper jaw and facial structures.

Term
lord/o
Definition
Bent forward, increased concavitiy of the spine
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