noun
- a band of fibrous tissue that holds tendons in place, especially around joints
Usage: anatomy; medical
Examples
- The flexor retinaculum forms the roof of the carpal tunnel in the wrist.
- Damage to the extensor retinaculum can cause tendon displacement.
- The surgeon repaired the torn retinaculum during the ankle reconstruction.
- Physical therapy helped strengthen the muscles around the retinaculum.
- The retinaculum prevents the tendons from bowstringing during movement.
- Inflammation of the retinaculum can cause pain and restricted motion.