trochanteric Synonyms
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trochanteric Meaning
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trochanteric (a.)
Of or pertaining to one or both of the trochanters.
trochanteric Sentence Examples
- The trochanteric region of the femur is the site of attachment for several muscles.
- A trochanteric fracture is a break in the bone of the upper leg (femur) near the hip joint.
- Trochanteric bursitis is an inflammation of the fluid-filled sac near the greater trochanter.
- The greater and lesser trochanters are two bony prominences located on the proximal end of the femur.
- The trochanteric fossa is a shallow depression on the posterior surface of the greater trochanter.
- The trochanteric ridge is a bony ridge that extends from the greater trochanter to the shaft of the femur.
- Trochanteric pain is commonly experienced in individuals with hip osteoarthritis.
- Trochanteric tendinitis is an inflammation of the tendons that attach to the greater trochanter.
- A trochanteric bursa is a fluid-filled sac located between the greater trochanter and the overlying tendons.
- Trochanteric lengthening is a surgical procedure that involves lengthening the greater trochanter to improve hip function.
FAQs About the word trochanteric
Of or pertaining to one or both of the trochanters.
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The trochanteric region of the femur is the site of attachment for several muscles.
A trochanteric fracture is a break in the bone of the upper leg (femur) near the hip joint.
Trochanteric bursitis is an inflammation of the fluid-filled sac near the greater trochanter.
The greater and lesser trochanters are two bony prominences located on the proximal end of the femur.
