Glossary
There are currently 15 glossary items in this directory beginning with the letter A.
Atrophy
diminishing of size and strength of muscles that are no longer used, as a result of nonuse, amputation, or paralysis.
Abbreviations for types of amputations:
AE – Above-Elbow
AK – Above-Knee
BE – Below-Elbow
BK – Below-Knee
HC – Hemi-Corprectomy
HD – Hip-Disarticulation
HP – Hemi-Pelvectomy
KD – Knee-Disarticulation
SD – Shoulder-Disarticulation
TK – Through Knee
WD – Wrist-Disarticulation
AK – Above-Knee
BE – Below-Elbow
BK – Below-Knee
HC – Hemi-Corprectomy
HD – Hip-Disarticulation
HP – Hemi-Pelvectomy
KD – Knee-Disarticulation
SD – Shoulder-Disarticulation
TK – Through Knee
WD – Wrist-Disarticulation
Adaptive devices
Devices for specific functions (can be attachment to tools, sporting equipment, utensils, etc.) (bought or custom made)
Assistive/adaptive equipment
Devices that assist in function, performance, daily living or mobility,specially designed devices.