Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Contracture
Introduction
A contracture is a shortening of a muscle or tendon in the human body in response to stress exerted on that muscle or tendon.