Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Relating to or near the ulna: Pertaining to the ulna, the longer and thinner of the two bones in the human forearm, located on the side opposite the thumb.

Usage

The adjective "ulnar" is used specifically in anatomical and medical contexts to describe structures, sensations, or conditions associated with the ulna bone or the corresponding side of the forearm and hand.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The patient experienced ulnar nerve pain after the injury.
  • The ulnar artery supplies blood to parts of the forearm and hand.
  • An ulnar fracture requires careful immobilization.

Advanced Usage

• "Ulnar deviation": A medical term for the movement of the wrist towards the ulnar side (the little finger side).

  • Rheumatoid arthritis can cause ulnar deviation of the fingers.

• "Ulnar neuropathy": A condition involving damage or dysfunction of the ulnar nerve.

  • Cubital tunnel syndrome is a common type of ulnar neuropathy.

Variants and Related Words

• Ulna (noun): The bone itself.

  • The ulna forms the elbow joint with the humerus.

• Ulnarly (adverb): Toward the ulnar side.

  • The incision was extended ulnarly.

Synonyms

• Cubital: Relating to the elbow or the ulna (though "cubital" more often refers specifically to the elbow joint).
  • Cubital tunnel syndrome affects the ulnar nerve.

Adjective

1. relating to or near the ulna