Orthopedic Conditions

noun a rounded projection at the end of a bone, forming an articulation with another bone

• The condyle of the femur articulates with the acetabulum of the pelvis.
• I think I may have injured my condyle while playing basketball.
• My condyle is killing me after that workout.
• His ability to adapt to new situations is like a condyle, always finding a way to fit in.

noun a physical blemish or distortion, typically of the human body

adjective deformed or distorted in shape or appearance

• The doctor explained that the patient's deformity was a result of a genetic condition.
• She was born with a deformity in her hand, but it doesn't stop her from living a normal life.
• Some people can be so mean, making fun of someone's deformity like that.
• The corrupt government's deformity was exposed when the scandal came to light.

noun a body part at the end of the leg on which a person or animal stands

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• The doctor examined the patient's foot to check for any signs of injury.
• I stubbed my foot on the coffee table last night and it really hurts!
• I can't believe he shot himself in the foot by quitting his job without a backup plan.
• She really put her foot in her mouth when she made that awkward comment at the party.

noun a type of back pain that affects the muscles, ligaments, and nerves in the lower back

• The patient was diagnosed with acute lumbago and prescribed bed rest.
• My dad has been complaining about his lumbago acting up again.
• I can't go out tonight, my lumbago is killing me.
• Dealing with that difficult client is like a constant lumbago in my work life.

noun a medical condition characterized by short stature resulting from a genetic or medical condition

• Dwarfism is a medical condition characterized by unusually small stature.
• My friend with dwarfism is the funniest person I know.
• Some people use the term 'midget' to refer to individuals with dwarfism, but it is considered offensive.
• The company's budget constraints caused a form of organizational dwarfism, limiting growth opportunities.

noun a medical term referring to a condition involving joint inflammation

• Abarthroses are degenerative joint diseases that can cause pain and stiffness.
• My grandma suffers from abarthroses in her knees.
• I heard that intense workout can help prevent abarthroses.
• The company's financial situation is like a slow progression of abarthroses, causing gradual decline.

noun Achilles notch - a small indentation or groove located on the posterior aspect of the calcaneus bone, where the Achilles tendon attaches.

• The surgeon carefully examined the achilles notch before proceeding with the operation.
• I heard that injury to the achilles notch can be quite painful.
• Dude, I think I strained my achilles notch playing basketball last night.
• The company's financial stability hit an achilles notch after losing a major client.

noun a combining form meaning 'acromion' or 'acromial'

adjective relating to the acromion or acromial

• The acromio-clavicular joint is important for shoulder stability.
• I think I injured my acromio-clavicular joint playing sports.
• My acromio-clavicular joint is acting up again, it's so annoying.
• The acromio-clavicular joint is like the glue that holds the shoulder together.

adjective relating to or characteristic of the Acromyodi, a suborder of passerine birds known for their strong feet and claws

• The acromyodic nature of the painting was evident in the precise brush strokes and attention to detail.
• I didn't realize how acromyodic her handwriting was until I saw it up close.
• That artist's work is so acromyodic, it's like they have magic in their hands.
• His acromyodic leadership style guided the team to success with precision and skill.

noun a medical condition characterized by a deformity of the foot and ankle

adjective related to or characteristic of acrotarsia

• Acrotarsia is a medical condition characterized by the abnormal bending of the foot at the ankle joint.
• I heard that acrotarsia can cause a lot of discomfort and pain in the affected foot.
• My friend's sister has been dealing with acrotarsia for a while now, poor thing.
• Dealing with acrotarsia feels like walking on broken glass sometimes.