contracture

Noun

A permanent shortening or tightening of a muscle or joint.

ریشه

From the Latin word 'contractura', derived from 'contractus' meaning 'drawn together' or 'bound'.

مثال

• The patient's contracture resulted from prolonged immobility.
• Physical therapy can help alleviate contractures in stroke patients.
• The athlete experienced a contracture in his hamstring during the race.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Permanent contracture Muscle contracture Joint contracture Correct contracture