Word: Tenosynovitis
Definition:
Tenosynovitis is a medical term that refers to the inflammation (swelling and irritation) of a tendon and the sheath (the protective covering) that surrounds it. Tendons are the strong cords that connect muscles to bones, and they help us move our body parts. When these tendons and their sheaths become inflamed, it can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty in moving the affected area.
Usage Instructions:
- Part of Speech: Noun - How to Use: You can use "tenosynovitis" when talking about a specific condition that affects tendons, especially in medical or health contexts.
Example Sentence:
- "After running a marathon, she developed tenosynovitis in her ankle, making it painful to walk."
Advanced Usage:
In medical discussions, you might hear phrases like "chronic tenosynovitis," which means the inflammation has lasted a long time, or "acute tenosynovitis," which refers to a sudden onset of symptoms.
Word Variants:
- Tenosynovial (adjective): Relating to the tendon sheath. - Example: "The tenosynovial fluid helps reduce friction during movement."
Different Meanings:
While "tenosynovitis" specifically refers to a medical condition, it doesn’t have other meanings in everyday language.
Synonyms:
- Inflammation of the tendon sheath (more descriptive) - Tendonitis (though this usually refers just to tendon inflammation without the sheath)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs related to "tenosynovitis" since it is a specialized medical term. However, you might hear general phrases like “to be in pain” or “to have a stiff joint” when discussing the effects of tenosynovitis.