Femur - The largest
bone in the body, extending from the hip to the knee
(thigh bone).
Fixation - The act or operation
of holding, suturing or fastening in a fixed position.
The condition of being held in a fixed position.
Flex - To bend.
Fracture - A break or rupture
in the bone.
Frozen Shoulder - This
disorder results from any conditions that enforce
prolonged immobility of the shoulder joint. There
is marked restriction of range of motion. Physical
therapy and corticosteroid injections may be helpful
in some cases. Surgery will be required for more advanced
cases.
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