1. a partial dislocation of a joint in which the bone surfaces remain in partial contact
Usage: medical

Examples

• The X-ray revealed a subluxation of the shoulder joint.
• Physical therapy helped treat the subluxation in her wrist.
• The athlete suffered a subluxation during the tackle.
• Subluxation of the vertebrae can cause back pain.
• The doctor explained that a subluxation is less severe than a complete dislocation.
• Chiropractic treatment focused on correcting the spinal subluxation.