noun
- plural of retinaculum; fibrous bands or sheaths that hold tendons, nerves, or other anatomical structures in place
Usage: medical; anatomy
Examples
- The surgeon carefully examined the retinacula around the ankle joint.
- Damage to the retinacula can cause tendons to slip out of position.
- The flexor retinacula help maintain proper tendon alignment in the wrist.
- Physical therapists study how retinacula function in joint movement.
- Inflammation of the retinacula can lead to pain and restricted motion.
- The extensor retinacula prevent bowstringing of tendons during movement.