musculoskeletal

adjective

mus·​cu·​lo·​skel·​e·​tal ˌmə-skyə-lō-ˈske-lə-tᵊl How to pronounce musculoskeletal (audio)
: of, relating to, or involving both musculature and skeleton

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In an interview with Fox News Digital, multi-specialist physician Dr. Azza Halim, who was also not involved in the study, agreed that prolonged sitting can be a risk factor for musculoskeletal issues. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 30 Apr. 2025 One analysis of studies on lymphatic drainage massage found that the procedure can help with swelling and recovery from musculoskeletal injuries, reducing pain and improving range of motion in patients. Korin Miller, Flow Space, 29 Apr. 2025 The causes of pain in this population are numerous — from arthritis and neuropathy to spinal and other musculoskeletal issues, often exacerbated by age and immobility. Dr. Sabooh Mubbashar, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2025 The clinical trial Parnevik participated in is aimed at preventing cardiovascular disease and treating musculoskeletal injuries and involves injecting mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) in hopes of reducing inflammation and improving longevity biomarkers. Mike Dojc, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for musculoskeletal

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1944, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of musculoskeletal was circa 1944

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“Musculoskeletal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/musculoskeletal. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

Medical Definition

musculoskeletal

adjective
mus·​cu·​lo·​skel·​e·​tal ˌməs-kyə-lō-ˈskel-ət-ᵊl How to pronounce musculoskeletal (audio)
: of, relating to, or involving both musculature and skeleton
musculoskeletal defects
the musculoskeletal organization of the arm
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