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Nephropathy-Any disease of the kidneys.
Nerve Impingement-Pressure against a nerve by skin, fascia, muscles, ligaments, or joints.
Nervous System-Control system of the body, responding to internal and external stimuli.
Neural Stimulus-Endocrine organs are stimulated by nerve impulses.
Neuralgia-Nerve pain
Neuritis-Inflammation of a nerve
Neurological-Pertaining to the nervous system.
Neuromuscular-Refers to the relation between nerves and muscles.
Neuromuscular-The interaction between nervous system control of the muscles and the response of the muscles to the nerve signals.
Neuromuscular Mechanism-The interplay and reflex connection between sensory and motor neurons and muscle function.
Neuropathy-A term describing functional and/or pathological changes in the peripheral nervous system, usually causing abnormal sensation (such as numbness, tingling, burning, or feelings of coldness) in the hands and feet; weakness in distal area of a peripheral nerve as a result of trauma or degeneration.
Neurotransmitter-A messenger chemical in the synapse of the nerve.
Neutral position-Neither flexion nor extension.
Neutral Position (Neutral Spine/Neutral Trunk Posture)-Position the spine in such a way to avoid extreme stress on any part of the spine. Maintain natural curvature of the spine.
Nicotine-The addictive substance found in tobacco products.
Nodule-A small lump, swelling or collection of tissue.
Non-Impact Activities-Activities such as swimming.
Nonunion-Failure of fractured ends of a bone to unite
Norepinephrine-A neurochemical that functions in a manner similar to epinephrine but that is more concentrated in the brain.
NSAIDs -~ Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs ~ Medications designed to reduce pain and inflammation of chronic conditions. Many available over-the-counter. Some common generic names: aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen. Avoid use within the first few days of an injury as they may retard the healing process.