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JOINT LAXITY

\d͡ʒˈɔ͡ɪnt lˈaksɪti], \d‍ʒˈɔ‍ɪnt lˈaksɪti], \dʒ_ˈɔɪ_n_t l_ˈa_k_s_ɪ_t_i]\

Definitions of JOINT LAXITY

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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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