Girdle

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Girdle

Girdle (/ˈɡɜːrdl/; from Old English: gyrdel) is a term used in the medical field to describe a belt. In anatomical usage, it refers to a structure that encircles the body. The term is used in particular to refer to the pelvic girdle and the pectoral girdle, which encircle the body proximally and distally, respectively.

Pronunciation

The word 'Girdle' is pronounced as /ˈɡɜːrdl/.

Etymology

The term 'Girdle' originates from the Old English word 'gyrdel', which means a belt. In the medical context, it is used to describe a structure that encircles the body.

Related Terms

  • Pelvic Girdle: The pelvic girdle is a ring-like bony structure, located in the lower part of the trunk. It connects the spinal column to the femurs.
  • Pectoral Girdle: The pectoral girdle, also known as the shoulder girdle, is a set of bones which connects the upper limb to the axial skeleton on each side.
  • Girdle Pain: Girdle pain is a condition characterized by chronic pain in the pelvic girdle and/or the pectoral girdle.
  • Girdle Muscle: Girdle muscles are a group of muscles that encircle and support the pectoral and pelvic girdles.

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