Como Pronunciar "countertraction"
word
ˌkaʊntərˈtrækʃən
kown-ter-TRAK-shun
ˌkaʊntəˈtrækʃən
kown-tuh-TRAK-shun
Definição
A medical technique where an opposing force is applied to balance the pulling force (traction), especially to keep a bone or limb stable during treatment.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˌkaʊntərˈtrækʃən
Inglês Britânico
ˌkaʊntəˈtrækʃən
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
kown-ter-TRAK-shun
UK
kown-tuh-TRAK-shun
Ouça em Contexto
Countertraction is needed to keep the broken leg in place.
Doctors used countertraction during the patient’s treatment.
Without countertraction, the bone might not heal correctly.
Applying just the right amount of countertraction makes the procedure safer.