Definitions

Having thought about, and formed simple definitions in your own mind prior to the big day is key. If you are asked what is X in the FRCS Trauma and Orthopaedic exam you want to be able to provide a short succinct answer. These questions are aimed to test your knowledge and prepare you for the exam. Good luck! Sign up today to the question bank for access to hundreds of relevant questions for the FRCS Tr & Orth exam!

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Definitions for the FRCS Tr & Orth

Paget’s disease

Osteoarthritis

Osteophyte

Bone

Cartilage

Proteoglycans

Gout

Fracture

Osteoporosis

Osteomalacia

Rickets

Congenital talipes equinovarus

Juvenile chronic arthritis

Cerebral palsy

Spina bifida

Perthes’ disease

Blount’s disease

Compartment syndrome

Rheumatoid arthritis

Viscoelasticity

Claw Toe

Hammer Toe

Mallet Toe

Offset

Spinal Stability

Osteochondral defect