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Retinaculum

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A retinaculum (plural retinacula) is a band around tendons that holds them in place. It is not part of any muscle. Its function is mostly to stabilize a tendon. The term retinaculum is New Latin, derived from the Latin verb retinere (to retain). Specific retinacula include:

  • In the wrist:
  • Flexor retinaculum of the hand
  • Extensor retinaculum of the hand
  • In the ankle:
  • Flexor retinaculum of foot
  • Peroneal retinacula
  • Superior extensor retinaculum of foot
  • Inferior extensor retinaculum of foot
  • Superior fibular retinaculum
  • Inferior fibular retinaculum
  • In the knee:
  • Lateral retinaculum
  • Medial patellar retinaculum

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    Retinaculum Wikipedia
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