lumbosacral (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌlʌm.boʊˈseɪ.krəl/
Definition
Relating to the lumbar vertebrae (the lower part of the spine) and the sacrum (the large triangular bone at the base of the spine).
Examples
The patient experienced lumbosacral pain after lifting a heavy object.
An MRI scan was performed to assess the lumbosacral joint.
Physical therapy focused on strengthening the muscles in the lumbosacral area.
How to Use lumbosacral
- lumbosacral joint (collocation)
- The articulation between the lumbar spine and the sacrum. — "The patient reported pain in the lumbosacral joint."
- lumbosacral region (collocation)
- The area of the lower back that includes the lumbar vertebrae and the sacrum. — "The physical therapist massaged the lumbosacral region to relieve muscle tension."
- lumbosacral plexus (collocation)
- A network of nerves formed by the lumbar and sacral spinal nerves. — "Damage to the lumbosacral plexus can cause weakness and numbness in the legs."
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