What is Retinaculum?

Retinaculum is the term given to the structure responsible for holding the tissue or organ in its correct place. There are several of these structures in the human body. The term retinaculum is also used to describe a medical tool used during surgery to insert various tissues during operation.

Extensor Retinaculum located in the leg is a thick belt type of connective tissue known as Crural Fascia. This fascia travels from Malleolus, bony structures found on the side of the ankle, to the front of the ankle joint. From there he travels to the back, which is located on the back of the leg.

On the front of the foot is a strong fascia called lower extensor retinaculum. This fascia connects to the two main bones of the foot, tibia and fibules. This structure holds extensor tendons in place.

Retinaculum extensor found in hand is part of the connective tissue known as theantebrachial fascia. This fascia is located in the forearm and is attached to the bone in the arm known as Ulna. RetinaculusM in this area of ​​the body is found through extensor tendons.

There is a very strong belt of connective tissue or fascia called flexor retinaculum. This structure begins with media Malleolus, a process found at the bottom of the tibia, which helps to form ankle. From there it moves to Kačák, to the bone that creates the heel of the foot. This retinaculum works on holding the surrounding tendons on the spot. It also serves to protect the tibial nerve.

Injury is possible for any retinaculum found in the body. The most common injury related to this structure is found in the leg in the form of painful sprains and fractures. Health conditions such as DNA or diabetes may also lead to pain in this area of ​​the body.

treatment depends on the cause of damage or damage. If it is a fracture, the occupation and rest of the affected area are often used, regardless of the cause of the pain. During the JS healing processou often useful leave or prescription. In severe cases of injury where more conservative treatment methods have not been successful or viable options may be required, surgery may be required.

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