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What are fibrous joints primarily connected by?
What are fibrous joints primarily connected by?
- Adipose tissue
- Fibrous tissue (correct)
- Cartilaginous tissue
- Synovial fluid
What are the joints between the bones in the skull called?
What are the joints between the bones in the skull called?
- Gomphosis
- Symphysis
- Syndesmosis
- Sutures (correct)
What type of movement do sutures in fetal skulls allow?
What type of movement do sutures in fetal skulls allow?
- Unpredictable movement
- No movement at all
- Slight movement during birth (correct)
- Extensive movement after birth
What type of joint is the distal tibiofibular joint?
What type of joint is the distal tibiofibular joint?
What is a gomphosis?
What is a gomphosis?
What is a neurological disorder?
What is a neurological disorder?
How are neurological disorders assessed?
How are neurological disorders assessed?
What interventions are used for neurological disorders?
What interventions are used for neurological disorders?
How many people worldwide are estimated to be affected by neurological disorders and their sequelae?
How many people worldwide are estimated to be affected by neurological disorders and their sequelae?
In which medical specialties are neurological disorders studied and treated?
In which medical specialties are neurological disorders studied and treated?
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Study Notes
Fibrous Joints
- Primarily connected by dense connective tissue
- Rich in collagen fibers
Sutures in the Skull
- Joints between bones in the skull
- Allow slight movement in fetal skulls
Distal Tibiofibular Joint
- Syndesmosis joint
Gomphosis
- A type of fibrous joint
- Found in the teeth and jaw
- Holds teeth in their sockets
Neurological Disorders
- Affects the central or peripheral nervous system
- Impact brain, spinal cord, and nerves
- Cause impaired sensory, motor, and cognitive functions
Neurological Disorder Assessments
- Physical exams to assess neurological function
- Imaging tests like MRI and CT scans
- Electrophysiological tests such as EEG and EMG
Neurological Disorder Interventions
- Medication to manage symptoms and prevent progression
- Physical therapy to improve mobility and strength
- Cognitive rehabilitation to improve memory and attention
- Surgery in some cases to relieve pressure or repair damaged tissue
Global Prevalence of Neurological Disorders
- Estimated to affect 1 billion people worldwide
Medical Specialties for Neurological Disorders
- Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Psychiatry
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech-language pathology
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