Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acromia
Noun
/əˈkrōmēə/
Definition
A rare clinical condition characterized by the presence of an absence of either one or both of the acromion processes of the scapulae, typically affecting shoulder functionality.
Examples
- The patient diagnosed with acromia required special rehabilitation exercises.
- She had to adapt her swimming technique due to the acromia condition.
Meaning
Acromia refers to the anatomical feature of the shoulder, specifically the acromion, which is the bony process on the scapula that forms the highest point of the shoulder. When acromia is discussed in a plural context, it typically relates to its absence or a clinical condition involving the shoulder.
Synonyms
- Shoulder anomaly
- Acromion deficiency
