Leg Medical Terminology

Leg | definition of leg by Medical dictionary

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1. The segment of the inferior limb between the knee and the ankle; commonly used to mean the entire inferior limb. 2. A structure resembling a leg.

Leg (anatomy) | definition of Leg (anatomy) by Medical …

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leg (lĕg) n. 1. a. One of the limbs or appendages that an animal uses for locomotion or support. b. One of the lower or hind limbs in humans and other primates. c. The part of …

Terminology for parts of the leg - Biology Stack …

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Lower limb: everything from the hip to the toes. "Leg" has a different, specific meaning. Lower limb includes all the...

Anatomical Terms of Movement - Flexion

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Leg: Anatomy and Function of Bones and Muscles, Plus …

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Gait Abnormalities | Stanford Medicine 25

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Leg on same side is in extension with plantar flexion of the foot and toes. When walking, the patient will hold his or her arm to one side and drags his or her affected leg in a …

Anatomical Terminology | Anatomy and …

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Notice that the term “brachium” or “arm” is reserved for the “upper arm” and “antebrachium” or “forearm” is used rather than “lower arm.” Similarly, “femur” or “thigh” is correct, …

Anatomical Terms of Location - Anterior

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Proximal and Distal. The terms proximal and distal are used in structures that are considered to have a beginning and an end (such as the upper limb, lower …

Bow Legged (Genu Varum): What Is It, Causes

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Bow legs (genu varum) is a condition where one or both of your child’s legs curve outward at the knees. This creates a wider space than normal between the knees and …

WOUND CARE TERMINILOGY

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Intermittent claudication: Pain related to poor or compromised blood supply. The pain is acute when walking and decreases with rest. Increase in pain often happens with leg …