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Glossary Term
Compression
Compression is an arthrokinematic motion. ompression is an arthrokinematic motion. The approximation of two surfaces; that is, a force that reduces the space or increases the pressure between two surfaces. Similar to the way the teeth are "clenched" together during a bite. An anatomical example would include forces that direct one bone surface into another resulting in a reduction in intra-articular volume.
Compression: Compression is an arthrokinematic motion. The approximation of two surfaces; that is, a force that reduces the space or increases the pressure between two surfaces. Similar to the way the teeth are "clenched" together during a bite. An anatomical example would include forces that direct one bone surface into another resulting in a reduction in intra-articular volume. Although often thought of as a "destructive force", it is likely best to consider compression as a naturally occurring, and stabilizing force. Any arthrokinematic force in excess (spin, glide, roll, traction) may be viewed as potentially deleterious.
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Synonyms
- Joint compression
- Articular compression
- Bone compression
- Joint approximation