How Do You Spell SUBLUXATE?

Pronunciation: [sˈʌbləksˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "subluxate" is typically pronounced as /səbˈlʌkseɪt/. The spelling of this word follows the standard English spelling conventions, with the "sub-" prefix indicating a partial displacement and the "-ate" suffix denoting an action or process. The "x" sound in the middle of the word is represented by the letters "lx", with the "e" indicating an elongated vowel sound. While the spelling of "subluxate" may be challenging for some, it is an important term in the medical field referring to a partial dislocation of a joint.

SUBLUXATE Meaning and Definition

1. Subluxate is a medical term used to describe a partial dislocation or misalignment of a joint, where the joint surfaces are not completely separated but are slightly out of their normal position. It refers to a temporary or momentary displacement of a joint, which can occur spontaneously or due to trauma or underlying joint instability.

   When a joint subluxates, the articular surfaces of the bones forming the joint are partially separated from their ideal anatomical position. This can lead to pain, discomfort, and limited range of motion in the affected area. The joint may also feel unstable or weak.

   Subluxations commonly occur in weight-bearing joints such as the knees and hips, but they can affect any joint in the body. Some individuals may be more prone to subluxations due to factors such as joint laxity, connective tissue disorders, or repetitive stress on the joint.

   Treatment for subluxations typically involves reducing the joint back into its normal position, which may involve manual manipulation by a healthcare professional. Immobilization, rest, and physical therapy are often recommended to promote healing and strengthen the joint.

   It is important to differentiate subluxation from a complete dislocation, where the joint surfaces are completely separated. Prompt medical attention should be sought if a joint appears to be subluxated or if there are severe symptoms associated with the dislocation.

Common Misspellings for SUBLUXATE

• aubluxate
• zubluxate
• xubluxate
• dubluxate
• eubluxate
• wubluxate
• sybluxate
• shbluxate
• sjbluxate
• sibluxate
• s8bluxate
• s7bluxate
• suvluxate
• sunluxate
• suhluxate
• sugluxate
• subkuxate
• subpuxate
• subouxate

Etymology of SUBLUXATE

The word "subluxate" is derived from Latin roots.

The prefix "sub-" in Latin means "under" or "partial", indicating something that is less than or beneath the normal state.

The root word "lux" is derived from the Latin word "luxare", which means "to dislocate" or "to put out of joint".

Therefore, "subluxate" combines the prefix "sub-" and the root "lux", forming a word that means "to partially dislocate" or "to put something out of joint to a lesser extent". In medical terminology, "subluxation" refers to the partial dislocation or misalignment of a joint.

Similar spelling words for SUBLUXATE

• Subluxatio,
• subluxation.

Conjugate verb Subluxate

CONDITIONAL

I would subluxate

you would subluxate

he/she/it would subluxate

we would subluxate

they would subluxate

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be subluxating

you would be subluxating

he/she/it would be subluxating

we would be subluxating

they would be subluxating

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have subluxate

you would have subluxate

he/she/it would have subluxate

we would have subluxate

they would have subluxate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been subluxating

you would have been subluxating

he/she/it would have been subluxating

we would have been subluxating

they would have been subluxating

FUTURE

I will subluxate

you will subluxate

he/she/it will subluxate

we will subluxate

they will subluxate

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be subluxating

you will be subluxating

he/she/it will be subluxating

we will be subluxating

they will be subluxating

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have subluxated

you will have subluxated

he/she/it will have subluxated

we will have subluxated

they will have subluxated

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been subluxating

you will have been subluxating

he/she/it will have been subluxating

we will have been subluxating

they will have been subluxating

IMPERATIVE

you subluxate

we let´s subluxate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to subluxate

PAST

I subluxated

you subluxated

he/she/it subluxated

we subluxated

they subluxated

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was subluxating

you were subluxating

he/she/it was subluxating

we were subluxating

they were subluxating

PAST PARTICIPLE

subluxated

PAST PERFECT

I had subluxated

you had subluxated

he/she/it had subluxated

we had subluxated

they had subluxated

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been subluxating

you had been subluxating

he/she/it had been subluxating

we had been subluxating

they had been subluxating

PRESENT

I subluxate

you subluxate

he/she/it subluxates

we subluxate

they subluxate

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am subluxating

you are subluxating

he/she/it is subluxating

we are subluxating

they are subluxating

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

subluxating

PRESENT PERFECT

I have subluxated

you have subluxated

he/she/it has subluxated

we have subluxated

they have subluxated

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been subluxating

you have been subluxating

he/she/it has been subluxating

we have been subluxating

they have been subluxating