subarticular

English

Etymology

From sub- +‎ articular.

Adjective

subarticular (not comparable)

1. (anatomy, surgery) Beneath an articulation or joint.
   • 2007, Alexander R. Vaccaro, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, page 112:

     After adequate decompression of the contralateral central and subarticular zones, a surprisingly good view of the traversing nerve root can be achieved.