subluxate
IPA: sʌbɫʌkseɪt
verb
- (medicine, transitive) To cause the subluxation of something: to partially dislocate or displace.
- (medicine, intransitive) To undergo subluxation: to become partially dislocated or displaced.
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Examples of "subluxate" in Sentences
- The impact of the fall caused the joint to subluxate, resulting in intense pain
- The athlete's frequent twisting and turning motions eventually caused his shoulder to subluxate
- It is important to seek immediate medical attention if you suspect a bone in your body has subluxated
- The chiropractor was able to realign the vertebrae that had subluxated in the patient's spine
- Subluxating joints can lead to long-term damage if not properly treated
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