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Physical Phenomena > Mechanical Phenomena > Weight-Bearing

Preferred term

Weight-Bearing  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • The physical state of supporting an applied load. This often refers to the weight-bearing bones or joints that support the body's weight, especially those in the spine, hip, knee, and foot. Application of force along the axis of the body (see AXIS), body parts, or PROSTHESES AND IMPLANTS.

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Synonym(s)

  • Load-Bearing
  • Loadbearing
  • Weightbearing

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-JBW2FCGF-8

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