Backing
Backing
Backing (pronounced: /ˈbækɪŋ/) is a term used in various fields of medicine, particularly in orthopedics and physiotherapy. It refers to the support or reinforcement given to a part of the body, often the spine or posture, through various means such as braces, exercises, or surgical procedures.
Etymology
The term 'backing' originates from the Old English 'bæc', meaning 'back', and the suffix '-ing', which denotes an action or result. In a medical context, it has been used since the late 19th century to refer to the support or reinforcement of a body part.
Related Terms
- Brace: A device used to support, align, or hold a body part in the correct position, often used in the treatment of orthopedic conditions.
- Orthopedics: The branch of medicine concerned with the correction or prevention of deformities, disorders, or injuries of the skeleton and associated structures.
- Physiotherapy: The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise rather than by drugs or surgery.
- Spine: The series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the small of the back, enclosing the spinal cord and providing support for the thorax and abdomen; the backbone.
- Posture: The position in which someone holds their body when standing or sitting.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Backing
- Wikipedia's article - Backing
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