Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reinjury
noun
/ˌriːˈɪn.dʒə.ri/
Definition
The act of injuring again or reoccurring of an injury.
Examples
- After returning to the gym too soon, he faced a reinjury of his left ankle.
- Physical therapy is crucial to prevent reinjury during recovery.
- She was cautious during her runs to avoid reinjury of her knee.
Meaning
Reinjury refers to the situation when a previously injured part of the body sustains damage again, which can happen due to improper recovery or overexertion.
Synonyms
- recurrence
- retraumatization
- setback
