Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
luxação
noun
/luk-saˈsɐ̃w/
Definition
The displacement of a bone from its normal joint position.
Examples
- The player suffered a luxação during the game and had to be taken off the field.
- After the luxação, the doctor recommended physical therapy to regain full use of the joint.
Meaning
Luxação refers to a condition where a bone is completely dislocated from its joint, leading to pain and impaired movement.
Synonyms
- dislocation
- joint dislocation
- misalignment