Lunate Bone (Noun)
Meaning
One of the eight small wrist bones.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The lunate bone is one of the most commonly dislocated bones in the human wrist due to its location between the forearm and the hand.
- Injuries to the wrist can cause fractures to the lunate bone, which may lead to chronic pain and swelling.
- X-rays and CT scans can be used to diagnose a fractured or dislocated lunate bone.
- The lunate bone, along with the other carpal bones, plays a crucial role in allowing for smooth wrist movements.
- In some cases, lunate bone avascular necrosis can be difficult to treat and may require extensive surgery.