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os sesamoideum

 

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Noun os sesamoideum has 1 sense
  1. sesamoid bone, os sesamoideum - any of several small round bones formed in a tendon where it passes over a joint
    --1 is a kind of bone, os
    --1 has particulars: patella, kneecap, kneepan

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os sesamoideum

Definition

The term "os sesamoideum" refers to a small, independent bone that is typically located within a tendon. This bone acts as a fulcrum, allowing the tendon to more efficiently transmit forces.

Usage

Medical Context:

In medicine, "os sesamoideum" specifically refers to the two small sesamoid bones located beneath the first metatarsal head of the foot. These bones, known as the medial and lateral sesamoid bones, provide mechanical support to the foot during movement.

Example sentence: The patient experienced pain in their foot due to inflammation of the os sesamoideum.

Biomechanics Context:

In biomechanics, "os sesamoideum" can be used in a more general sense to describe any small bone found within a tendon. These bones can be found in various locations throughout the body, such as the patella (kneecap).

Example sentence: The presence of an os sesamoideum in the patellar tendon facilitates smooth movement of the knee joint during physical activities.

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