stiffening of a joint ,which can cause pain and loss of mobility.
ankylosis of a joint means fusion of the articular surfaces renderring the joint immobile
Ankylosis is the medical term for immobility or fusion of a joint due to abnormal bone growth. It can result from various conditions like arthritis or injury, leading to loss of range of motion and function in the affected joint. Treatment may involve physical therapy, medication, or surgery depending on the underlying cause.
Ankylosis or anchylosis is a stiffness of a joint due to abnormal adhesion and rigidity of the bones of the joint, this can be the result of injury or disease.
OtosclerosisOtosclerosis is ankylosis (fusion) of the bones of the middle ear, resulting in conductive hearing loss.Otosclerosis
Patellar ankylosis
Favorable ankylosis of the entire thoracolumbar spine refers to a condition where the spinal vertebrae in the thoracic and lumbar regions become fused in a stable, non-painful alignment. This type of ankylosis can result from conditions like ankylosing spondylitis or previous trauma and is often viewed positively when it leads to improved spinal stability and reduced pain. However, it can also limit mobility and flexibility. In a clinical context, favorable ankylosis may be considered in evaluations for disability or treatment options.
Ankylosis.Stiffness in the joints in medical terminology is also often referred to as arthritis, if the stiffness is caused by inflammation from disease, injury, disorder or infection.If the stiffness results in total joint immobility it is called an ankylosed joint.
Ankylosis is the loss or absense of mobility in a joint.
Another term for surgical ankylosis is "arthrodesis." This procedure involves the surgical fusion of a joint to eliminate movement and alleviate pain, often used in cases of severe joint damage or arthritis.
otosclerosis
It is also known as Ankylosing Sponylitis.