Orthopedic Terms Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• humerus : bone found in upper arm
• cast : used to immobilize a specific area of the body
• arthritis : inflammation of a joint
• femur : thighbone
• ligaments : flexible band that brings joints together
• carpal tunnel : syndrome that causes tingling in fingers and hand weakness
• ultrasound : high-frequency sound waves that create imaging of internal organs
• tibia : large bone located in the lower leg
• osteoporosis : condition that presents itself when the bone is no longer replaced at the same rate that it's being removed
• laxity : freedom of movement
• x ray : uses invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images onto film
• scoliosis : curvature of the backbone
• joint : point where the ends of two bones meet
• tendon : flexible band that brings joints together
• diagnosis : decision made regarding the nature of illness or condition
• rice : a common treatment for sprains and strains