| joint cavity |
The articular cavity or space enclosed by the synovial membrane and articular cartilages. It contains synovial fluid.
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| Joint Commission on Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations |
ABBR: JCAHO. Group that oversees and establishes standards of quality and performance measurement in health care and annually publishes the Accreditation Manual for Hospitals.
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| joint integrity |
The soundness of the anatomical and kinematic properties of a joint. Joint integrity can be diminished by anatomical, congenital, morphological, or pathological changes.
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| joint manipulation |
Passive therapeutic techniques used to stretch restricted joints or reposition a subluxation. The techniques are sometimes applied with rapid thrust movements and may be applied with the patient under anesthesia to ensure maxi
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| joint mobilization |
The movement of previously injured, frozen, or limited joints to improve ranges of motion and function. Joint mobilization is not synonymous with joint manipulation. Both are techniques used in manual therapy of diseased joint
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