He branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms, especially as revealed by dissection and the separation of parts.
Example: He studied physiology and anatomy.
en: anatomie
antalgic
adjective
Antalgic refers to the elimination or reduction of the sensation of pain. It is the pain relief process that blocks the pain signal transmitted to the brain.
Example: She kept her arm close to her body in an antalgic posture.
en: antalgique
arthrokinematic
noun
Arthrokinematics refers to the small-amplitude, involuntary motions occurring between the articular surfaces of joints, specifically including rolling, sliding (gliding), and spinning.
Example: Normal shoulder elevation requires proper arthrokinematic glide of the humeral head.
en: arthrocinématique
bandage
noun
A strip of material used to bind a wound or to protect an injured part of the body.
Example: Her leg was swathed in bandages.
en: bandage
dynamometer
noun
A dynamometer is a measuring device used to objectively quantify muscle strength.
Example: The therapist used a dynamometer to measure grip strength.
en: dynamomètre
goniometer
noun
A device that measures angles, commonly used in medicine, engineering, and science to precisely measure joint range of motion (ROM) in the body or to position objects at specific angles.
Example: Shoulder abduction improved by 15° on the goniometer.
en: goniomètre
healing
noun
The process of making or becoming sound or healthy again.
Example: The ligament is still in the early phase of healing.
en: guérison
joint
noun
A structure in the human or animal body at which two parts of the skeleton are fitted together.
Example: The knee joint was swollen after the injury.
en: articulation
muscle
noun
A band or bundle of fibrous tissue in a human or animal body that has the ability to contract, producing movement in or maintaining the position of parts of the body.
Example: The muscle was tender to palpation after exercise.
en: muscle
pain
noun
Physical suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury.
Example: The patient reported sharp pain during movement.
en: douleur
pathology
noun
The science of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the branch of medicine that deals with the laboratory examination of samples of body tissue for diagnostic or forensic purposes.
Example: The symptoms were not consistent with neurological pathology.
en: pathologie
physiology
noun
Physiology is the branch of biology that studies the normal functions and mechanisms of living organisms, ranging from molecules and cells to tissues, organs, and organ systems.
Example: Temperature regulation is part of normal human physiology.
en: pathologie
readaption
noun
The process of adapting again to a situation, environment, or condition, representing a renewed or second adaptation. It refers to the readjustment required when returning to a previous state or adjusting to new circumstances after a significant change.
Example: The athlete began readaptation after the immobilization period.
en: réadaptation
rehabilition
noun
The action of restoring someone to health or normal life through training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness.
Example: The patient started rehabilitation two weeks after surgery.
en: réhabilitation
rotator cuff
noun
The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles—supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis—and their tendons that connect the shoulder blade (scapula) to the upper arm bone (humerus). It stabilizes the ball-and-socket shoulder joint and enables lifting and rotating of the arm. It is critical for overhead movements and common in sports, and tears are often caused by, or associated with, aging or repetitive stress.
Example: The athlete injured the rotator cuff while throwing.
en: coiffe des rotateurs
spondylolisthesis
noun
Spondylolisthesis is a spinal condition where one vertebra slips forward or backward over the bone below it, most commonly occurring in the lower (lumbar) spine. It causes misalignment that may lead to lower back pain, nerve root compression, sciatica, and numbness or weakness in the legs. It is often caused by stress fractures, degeneration from aging, or congenital issues.
Example: The patient was diagnosed with spondylolisthesis at L5–S1.
en: spondylolisthésis
sprain
noun
The result of a wrench or twist of the ligaments of a joint.
Example: The player suffered an ankle sprain during the game.
en: entorse
squeletton
noun
An internal or external framework of bone, cartilage, or other rigid material supporting or containing the body of an animal or plant.
Example: Muscles attach to the skeleton to create movement.
en: squelette
taping
noun
Taping is a therapeutic technique involving the application of specialized adhesive tapes (rigid or elastic) directly to the skin to support muscles, joints, and ligaments. Used for injury rehabilitation, prevention, and pain relief, it improves stability, reduces swelling, and guides proper movement patterns.
Example: The therapist applied ankle taping before practice.
en: bandage adhésif thérapeutique
walker
noun
A walker is a device that gives support to maintain balance or stability while walking.
Example: The patient used a walker after hip surgery.