单词	contracture
释义	contracture noun con·​trac·​ture kən-ˈtrak-chər  : a permanent shortening (as of muscle, tendon, or scar tissue) producing deformity or distortion Example Sentences Recent Examples on the Web Can Dupuytren’s contracture be transmitted from one person to another via plasma donation? Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 5 Sep. 2022 Splints can help support weak muscles and maintain the limb in a normal position to prevent contracture, which is the tightening of muscles, tendons, joints, or other tissues. Sara Lindberg, SELF, 10 Feb. 2022 Urine infection, bladder spasm and bladder contracture all are complications of having a catheter. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 14 Apr. 2021 According to the Mayo Clinic, Dupuytren's contracture most commonly affects the pinky and ring fingers. Jenna West, SI.com, 22 Aug. 2019 Studies show that early and safe rehab, a healthy diet and regular recovery can speed up healing while reducing ankle and foot contractures and stiffness. Colin Hoobler, oregonlive, 9 Dec. 2019 According to the Mayo Clinic, there are more than 200,000 cases of Dupuytren’s contracture per year in the United States. Kyle Fredrickson, The Denver Post, 22 Aug. 2019 Dupuytren’s contracture occurs most commonly after the age of 50 and men are more likely to have the issue. Kyle Fredrickson, The Denver Post, 22 Aug. 2019 The condition, Dupuytren's contracture, involves a tendon pulling fingers into a bent position. Jenna West, SI.com, 22 Aug. 2019 See More Word History First Known Use 1658, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing contracture capsular contracture capsular contracture Medical Definition contracture noun con·​trac·​ture kən-ˈtrak-chər  : a permanent shortening (as of muscle, tendon, or scar tissue) producing deformity or distortion see dupuytren's contracture
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