A retinaculum (plural retinacula) is a band of thickened deep fascia around tendons that holds them in place.[1] It is not part of any muscle. Its function is mostly to stabilize a tendon. The term retinaculum is Neo-Latin,[2] derived from the Latin verb retinere (to retain). Specific retinacula include:
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