rotular (Meaning)
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rotular (a.)
Of or pertaining to the rotula, or kneepan.
Synonyms & Antonyms of rotular
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
rotular Sentence Examples
- The rotular tendon, attaching the quadriceps to the patella, is crucial for knee extension.
- Rotular instability occurs when the patella frequently dislocates laterally.
- Osteoarthritis of the knee can lead to rotular cartilage damage.
- Rotular fractures can be caused by direct or indirect trauma to the knee.
- The rotular intercondylar eminence is a bony protrusion that articulates with the patella.
- Rotular bursitis is an inflammation of the fluid-filled sac that cushions the patella.
- A rotular lift is a shoe insert designed to elevate the patella and relieve knee pain.
- Rotular apprehension is a feeling of instability or giving way when the knee is extended.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a useful tool for diagnosing rotular tears.
- Rotular realignment surgery may be necessary to correct severe rotular malalignment.
FAQs About the word rotular
Of or pertaining to the rotula, or kneepan.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The rotular tendon, attaching the quadriceps to the patella, is crucial for knee extension.
Rotular instability occurs when the patella frequently dislocates laterally.
Osteoarthritis of the knee can lead to rotular cartilage damage.
Rotular fractures can be caused by direct or indirect trauma to the knee.
