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JOINT INSTABILITY

\d͡ʒˈɔ͡ɪnt ɪnstəbˈɪlɪti], \d‍ʒˈɔ‍ɪnt ɪnstəbˈɪlɪti], \dʒ_ˈɔɪ_n_t ɪ_n_s_t_ə_b_ˈɪ_l_ɪ_t_i]\

Definitions of JOINT INSTABILITY

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Lack of stability of a joint or joint prosthesis. Factors involved are intra-articular disease and integrity of extra-articular structures such as joint capsule, ligaments, and muscles.

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