Desmodynia

/ˌdɛzmoʊˈdɪniə/ noun

Definition

Pain or soreness in ligaments or connective tissue, often caused by strain, injury, or overuse.

Etymology

From Greek 'desmos' (bond, ligament) + 'dynia' (pain). Medical term combining the tissue type with a symptom description.

Kelly Says

Desmodynia is that specific pain you feel when you've stretched a ligament—it's different from muscle pain because ligaments heal much more slowly and complain longer!

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