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The primary calf muscle, which allows the foot and knee to flex : Gastrocnemius
Unlike skeletal muscle, smooth muscle moves involuntarily. It is present in the walls of hollow organs like the bladder, uterus, and stomach. The heart, however, is made of cardiac muscle : Smooth Muscle
A thin, dome-shaped sheet of muscle that plays a vital role in the breathing process. It also separates the abdomen and thorax cavities : Diaphragm
Growth of cartilage on the surface of a bone : Exostosis
Also known as spasm, this is an involuntary and ainful contraction of a muscle, which happens most often because of strain or fatigue : Cramp
A flexible, firm, translucent white connective tissue found in various forms throughout the body : Cartilage
One of two triangular muscles spreading over the shoulders and back of the neck, which helps the head move : Trapezius
A medical practitioner focused on the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of neuromuscular conditions, with their primary focus on spinal adjustments and manipulation :Chiropractor
A group of four muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint and allow the rotation and elevation of the arm : Rotator Cuff
Wasting away and weakness of the muscles caused by a genetic disease or malnutrition : Muscular Dystrophy
Tendon inflammation, generally caused by overuse, rheumatoid disease, or infection : Tendonitis
Inability to easily move muscles and joints : Stiffness
A violent twist of a ligament resulting in pain, swelling, and bruising. The most common locations for a sprain are the ankle and wrist : Sprain
A cartilaginous tumor or growth : Chondroma
Surgical repair or suturing of a muscle : Myorrhaphy
A large muscle that covers the shoulder and forms its round contour : Deltoid
Decreased power or abnormality of voluntary movements : Dyskinesia
A muscle that has three attachments at the end, used most often in reference to the large muscle in the back of the arm : Triceps
A lower calf muscle that helps the foot flex and point the toes downward : Soleus
An autoimmune condition characterized by abnormally weak muscles, but non-atrophic : Myasthenia Gravis