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09/04/2026

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-a:
Definition
Absence of, without Example:Atrophy- Wasting away or reduction in muscle size due to lack of use, often resulting from prolonged immobility, nerve damage, or muscle disease.
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ab-;
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Away from Example;Abduction- Movement of a limb away from the midline of the body, such as raising the arm or leg to the side, common in physical therapy and exercise routines
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ad-:
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Toward 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
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brady-:
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Slow Example: Bradykinesia- Slowness of movement, often a symptom of neurological disorders like Parkinson's disease, affecting motor function and coordination.
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dys-:
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Painful, difficult, abnormal, labored Examples; Dystonia- A condition characterized by abnormal muscle tone or involuntary muscle contractions, which can lead to repetitive movements abnormal postures, and impaired function.

 

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hyper-:
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Above, excessive Example: Hypertonia- Excessive muscle tone, resulting in stiffness or rigidity,commonly seen in conditions like cerebral palsy or stroke
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inter-;
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Between Example: Intervertebral disc- A fibrocarttilaginous structure located between the vertebrae of the spine, providing cushioning and flexibility
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intra-:
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Within, in Example; Intramuscular injection- An injection administered directly into a muscle, commonly used for medication delivery
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poly-;
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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
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Sub-;
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Below, under Example ; Subscapularis muscle- A muscle located below the scapula (shoulder blade), playing a key role in shoulder totation and stabilization
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supra-;
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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
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sym-;
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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
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syn-:
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Together, joined Example Synarthrosis- A type of immovable joint where bones are joined together, such as in the skull, providing stability and protection to vital organs
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al-;
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Pertaining to Example Femoral- Pertaining to the femur, the largest bone in the body, located in the thigh
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-algia;
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Pain Example Myalgia- Pain in a muscle, often caused by overuse, injury, or systemic conditions like fibormyalgia
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-ar-;
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Pertaining to Example Patellar- Pertaining to the kneecap (patella), a small bone that protects the knee joint and assists in movement
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-asthenia-;
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Weakness, Example Myasthenia- Muscle weakness, commonly associated with conditions like myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disorder affecting neuromuscular function
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-centesis;
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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
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clasia-;
Definition
Break Example Osteoclasia- Surgical breaking of bone tissue to correct deformities or aid in the healing process in severe cases
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-clast;
Definition
Break Example Osteoclast- A specialized bone cell that breaks down bone tissue during bone remodeling and repair
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-desis;
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Surgical fixation, fusion Example Arthrodesis- Surgical fusion of a joint to provide stability and reduce pain, often used for severe arthritis
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ectomy-;
Definition
Excision, surgical removal, cutting out Example Tenectomy- Surgical removal of a tendon, often performed to treat chronic tendon inflammation or injury
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-gram;
Definition
The record, radiographic image Example Myogram- A record of muscle contraction activity, often used to diagnose neuromuscular disorders]=
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-graphy;
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Process of recording, radiographic imaging Example; Arthography- imaging of a joint using contrast dye to assess joint structures such as cartllage, ligaments, and bones
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-ic-;
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Pertaining to Example; Throracic-Pertaining to the thorax (chest) which  houses the lungs, heart, and other vital stuctures
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-itis:
Definition
Inflamation Example Myositis- Inflammation of muscle tissue, which can be caused by infections, autoimmune disorders, or trauma
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-lysis:
Definition
Loosening, separating, dissolution Example, Osteolysis- Destruction or dissolution of bone tissue, often seen in conditions like bone metastasis or infection
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-malacia:
Definition
Softening , Chondromalacia- Softening of cartilage, particularly in the knee, leading to pain and difficulty with movement
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-oid:
Definition
Resembling Example, Myeloid- Resembling bone marrow, often used to describe cells or tissues related to hematopoiesis
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-oma:
Definition
Tumor Example, Rhabdomyoma- A benign tumor of muscle tissue, typically found in the heart or skeletal muscles
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-osis:
Definition
Abnormal condition Example, Scollosis- Abnormal curvature of the spine, which can cause back pain, reduced mobility, and postural issues
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-penia:
Definition
Abnormal reduction Example, Sarcopenia- Loss of muscle mass and strength, often associated with aging, inactivity, or poor nutrition
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-physis:
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Growth Example, Epuphysis- The growth end of a long bone, critical during childhood and adolescence for bone elongation
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-plasty:
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Surgical repair Example, Myoplasty- Surgical repair or reconstruction of damaged or weakened muscle tissue
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-rrhaphy:
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Suturing, repairing Example, Tenorrhapy- Suturing of a torn or severed tendon to restore function and stability
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-sarcoma:
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Malignant tumor Example, Osteosarcoma- A malignant bone tumor commonly affecting children and young adults, requiring surgical and medical treatment
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-scopy:
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Process of viewing, visual examination Example, Arthroscopy- Visual examination of a joint using a specialized instrument to diagnose and treat joint conditions
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-tomy:
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Inclusion, cut into Example, Myotomy- Surgical incision into a muscle, often performed to relieve tightness or treat muscle disorders
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-trophy:
Definition
Nourishment, developent Example, Hypertrophy- Excessive develoment of tissue or an organ, commonly referring to increased muscle size due to exercise or compensatory growth
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-ankyl/o:
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Stiff, bent Example, Ankylosis- Abnormal stiffening and immobility of a joint due to fusion of the bones, often caused by injury or disease
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-arthr/o:
Definition
joint Example, Arthritis- Inflammation of a joint, often resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness, which can be caused by aging, autoimmune disorders, or injury
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-carp/o:
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Carpals, wrist Example Carpectomy- Surgical removal of a carpal bone, typically performed to relieve pain or improve wrist function
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-chondr/o:
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Cartilage Example, Chondromalacia- Softening of cartilage, commonly affecting the knee and leading to pain and swelling during movement
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-clavic/o:
Definition
clavicul/o: Clavicle, collarbone Example: Clavicectomy-Excision of the clavicle, usually performed to treat severe fractures or chronic pain
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-cost/o:
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Ribs Example; Costochondritis- Inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the sternum, causing localized chest pain that can mimic heart-related conditions
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-crani/o:
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Cranium Example; Craniotomy- Surgical incision into the cranium to access the brain for procedures such as tumor removal or trauma management
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