R

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R radiation emission of electromagnetic impulses from a source; e.g. visible light, ultraviolet light, infrared light, X-rays, gamma rays radiation damage premalignant and malignant skin lesions (e.g. Bowen’s disease, basal…

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L

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L labelled leukocyte scan sensitive diagnostic test for acute osteomyelitis and soft-tissue infections laceration torn/jagged cut/wound laces positive shoe gear-retaining medium; reduces unwanted foot movement against inner surface of shoe;…

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K

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K kalanchoe leaves herbal remedy for treatment of verruca (see Table C9) Kaltostat highly absorbent calcium and sodium alginate wound dressing; forms a hydrophilic gel with wound exudate, maintaining a…

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D

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D D filler see valgus pad; Table P1 dactyl digit (toe or finger) dactylitis; sausage toe digital inflammation characteristic of psoriatic arthropathy but also associated with other sero-negative arthritides, e.g….

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I

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I iatrogenic undesirable or unwanted effect, caused by therapeutic intervention, i.e. problem induced by treatment ibuprofen; Brufen anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID); fewer side-effects than other non-selective…

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Spinal Functions

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(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France   Abstract The spine is a complex biomechanical structure made by articulated vertebras in fixed position (postures) and moved in different directions…

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Locomotion

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(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France   Abstract Human locomotion is based on a bipedal mode requiring two functions: the propulsion made by the scissor movement of hip…

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Basic Notions on Mobility Function

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(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France   Abstract Bones, joints and muscles are the components of the motor apparatus, and their construction can be understood by referring to…

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Swallowing and Speaking

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(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France   Abstract The pharyngolaryngeal organisation can explain clearly how the two major complex functions of swallowing and speaking can be achieved. The…

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Prehension

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(1) Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier, Montpellier, France   Abstract Prehension is a vital function according to its important role in serving the oral pole—for feeding—and the genital pole—for grooming…

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