musculoskeletal

adjective

mus·​cu·​lo·​skel·​e·​tal ˌmə-skyə-lō-ˈske-lə-tᵊl 

: of, relating to, or involving both musculature and skeleton

Examples of musculoskeletal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But prolonged, uninterrupted sitting may still affect blood vessels, circulation, blood sugar regulation, and musculoskeletal comfort. — Jakob Roze, Health, 23 July 2026

GLP-1s can make a significant dent in the obesity epidemic and reduce downstream costs of treating diabetes, chronic kidney disease, liver disease, musculoskeletal conditions, and more. — Bryan Sivak, Fortune, 23 July 2026

Multiplied across high volumes of evaluation-and-management services and common musculoskeletal procedures, the excess spending is material. — Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Its internal mechanical architecture is modeled on the human spine and musculoskeletal system, using synthetic muscle-like actuators that enable fluid, natural movements. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1944, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for musculoskeletal

• cytoskeletal
• skeletal

Medical Definition

musculoskeletal

adjective

mus·​cu·​lo·​skel·​e·​tal ˌməs-kyə-lō-ˈskel-ət-ᵊl 

: of, relating to, or involving both musculature and skeleton

musculoskeletal defects

the musculoskeletal organization of the arm