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Meaning of platycnemism

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platycnemism (n.)

Lateral flattening of the tibia.

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Lateral flattening of the tibia.

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Platycnemism, a condition where the legs are abnormally flat, can cause difficulty ambulating.

The patient's platycnemism resulted in chronic ankle pain and instability.

Platycnemism is often associated with other skeletal abnormalities, such as bowlegs.

The medial bowing of the tibia and fibula is a characteristic feature of platycnemism.