Pronunciation: [ɛɡzˌɑːtɪkjʊlˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Exarticulation is the act of disconnecting a joint or limb from the body. It is spelled with the letter "X" which represents the sound /ks/. The "a" in "ex" is pronounced as /ɛ/, the same as the "a" in "pet." The "r" is pronounced as /ɹ/, the same as the letter "r" in most English words. The "tic" is pronounced as /tɪk/. Finally, "ulation" is pronounced as /juːˈleɪʃən/, with the stress on the second syllable.
Exarticulation is a term used in medical and anatomical contexts to describe the separation or dislocation of bones at a joint, resulting in the loss of articulation. It refers to the complete detachment or severing of the normal connection between two bones or joint surfaces. This can occur due to trauma, injury, or surgical interventions.
When exarticulation occurs, the affected joint loses its ability to function properly. The bones that were once connected and able to move smoothly in relation to one another are now no longer in their proper position, leading to an inability to perform coordinated movements. This loss of articulation can cause pain, limited mobility, and difficulty in performing everyday activities that rely on the affected joint.
Exarticulation is most often seen in severe cases of joint injuries, such as fractures or dislocations, where the force applied is substantial enough to completely break the normal connection between bones. In certain medical procedures, exarticulation may also be intentionally performed, especially in cases where the joint has become severely damaged or infected, and removal of the joint is deemed necessary for the patient's overall well-being.
In summary, exarticulation is the complete separation or dislocation of bones at a joint, resulting in the loss of articulation, mobility, and normal joint function.
Amputation of a limb through one of the joints.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
The word "exarticulation" is derived from the combination of two Latin roots: "ex" meaning "out of" or "without", and "articulatio" meaning "joint" or "connection". When combined, the term "exarticulation" refers to the act of separating or dislocating a joint, resulting in the loss of its articulation or connection.
