CEFR C1

infrascapular

adjective

Meaning

Located or occurring below the scapula, especially in relation to the muscles or nerves of the back. This term is often used in medical contexts to describe the area below the shoulder blade.

Examples

The infrascapular muscles are responsible for rotating the shoulder joint.
The doctor applied pressure to the infrascapular region to relieve the patient's back pain.

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infrascapular (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnfrəˈskæpjʊlər/

Definition

Located or occurring below the scapula, especially in relation to the muscles or nerves of the back. This term is often used in medical contexts to describe the area below the shoulder blade.

Examples

The infrascapular muscles are responsible for rotating the shoulder joint.
The doctor applied pressure to the infrascapular region to relieve the patient's back pain.

How to Use infrascapular

infrascapular region (noun phrase): the area below the scapula — "The doctor examined the infrascapular region to check for any signs of injury."
infrascapular pain (noun phrase): pain located in the area below the scapula — "Infrascapular pain can be a symptom of a variety of conditions, including scapular fractures and rotator cuff injuries."

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