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closed reduction, external fixation of a fracture
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external manipulation of a fracture to regain alignment along with application of an external...
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casting
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use of a stiff, solid dressing around a limb or other body part to immobilize it during healing
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splinting
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use of a rigid device to immobilize or restrain a broken bone or injured body part; provides...
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traction (Tx)
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application of a pulling force to a fractured bone or dislocated joint to maintain proper position...
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closed reduction, percutaneous fixation of a fracture
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external manipulation of a fracture to regain alignment, followed by insertion of one or more...
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orthosis
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use of an orthopedic appliance to maintain a bone's position or to provide limb support (e.g.,...
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physical therapy (PT)
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treatment to rehabilitate patients disabled by illness or injury; involves many different modalities...
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prosthesis
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an artificial replacement for a missing body part or a device used to improve a body function,...
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analgesic
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a drug that relieves pain
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narcotic
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a potent analgesic with addictive properties
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antiinflammatory
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a drug that reduces inflammation
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antipyretic
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a drug that relieves fever
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nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID)
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a group of drugs with analgesic, antiinflammatory, and antipyretic properties (e.g., ibuprofen...
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