Contracture definition
An abnormal, often permanent shortening, as of muscle or scar tissue, that results in distortion or deformity, especially of a joint of the body.
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A deformity resulting from a contracture.
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A condition of abnormal shortening or shrinkage of a muscle, tendon, etc., often with persistent flexion or distortion at a joint.
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An abnormal, often permanent shortening, as of muscle or scar tissue, that results in distortion or deformity, especially of a joint of the body.
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A deformity resulting from a contracture.
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Noun
Singular:
contracture
Plural:
contractures