Glossary

Tendons - A tough, inelastic connective tissue that joins muscle to another structure, usually bone.

Tissues - A group or layer of cells that are alike in type and work together to perform a specific function.

Arthritis - A disease marked by inflammation and pain in the joints

Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy is a treatment where, it restores, maintains and promotes the overall fitness and health.

Splint - Splints are devices, which supports and maintains the structures in corrected position.

Surgery: A procedure to remove or repair a part of the body or to find out whether disease is present.

Published on Nov 25, 2014
Last Updated on Nov 27, 2014

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