Musculoskeletal Key

Barotitis Media Description Barotitis media is pressure-induced damage to the middle ear that can result from the inability to equalize pressure between the middle ear and the environment. It affects…

Athletic Amenorrhea Description Amenorrhea means “without menses,” and it can be classified as primary or secondary. Primary amenorrhea is not having any menstrual periods by the age of 16. Secondary…

Athlete’s Foot (Tinea Pedis) Description Athlete’s foot is a common contagious fungus infection on the skin of the feet, usually between the fourth and fifth toes. It is especially common…

Arthroscopy, Hip An arthroscope is an instrument that allows your physician to look directly into the joint that is bothering you. It is about the size of a pencil, and…

Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Dysplasia Description Arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia is a condition in which the right ventricle of the heart is replaced by fatty and scar tissue, resulting in an…

Altitude Sickness Description Altitude sickness, also called mountain sickness, occurs when someone not used to being at high altitudes travels to a high altitude. Symptoms usually occur within 12 to…

Amino Acid Supplementation Description Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and are also used to make energy for the body. They are generally divided into two groups: essential…