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21 Cards in this Set
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Contusion
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Bruise, injury where the skin is not broken
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Crepitation
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Crackling/Grating sound/feeling during movement
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Dislocation
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A displacement of a bone from it's normal position.
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Ecchymosis
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Discoloration from a bruise appearing on the skin.
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Edema
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Abnormal collection of fluids in connective tissue.
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Hematoma
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Swelling composed of blood associated with a contusion.
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Hemorrhage
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Abnormal discharge of blood (internal and external)
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Myositis Ossificans
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Inflammation of muscle tissue marked by hardening/ossification of muscles.
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Subluxation
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Partial or incomplete dislocation
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Tendinitis
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Inflammation of a tendon usually occurring after excessive use.
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Vasoconstriction
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Closing of blood vessels
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Vasodiliation
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Opening of blood vessels
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Cryotherapy
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Application of cold
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Cryokinetics
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Cold application combined with exercise to relieve pain.
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Theomotheraphy
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Application or heat.
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Conduction
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Heated by direct contact.
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Convection
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Heating directly through another medium, such as liquid or air
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Conversion
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Heating by other forms of energy
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APTA
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American Physical Therapy Association - Responsible for regulating physical therapists.
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ACSM
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AmerIcan College of Sports Medicine -
organization that promotes sorts medicine as a multidisciplinary field. |
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NOCSAE
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National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment - Sets specific standards for football helmet certification.
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