Restrict

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Restrict

Restrict (/rɪˈstrɪkt/), derived from the Latin word restrictus, meaning "to bind fast or make narrow", is a term often used in the medical field to denote the limitation or control of a particular function or action in the body.

Medical Usage

In medical terminology, 'restrict' is used in various contexts such as:

  • Respiratory restriction: A condition where the expansion of the lungs is limited, leading to reduced lung volume.
  • Dietary restriction: A controlled limitation of food intake, often used as a therapeutic intervention in various health conditions.
  • Activity restriction: A limitation on physical activity often prescribed in certain health conditions to prevent exacerbation of symptoms.

Related Terms

  • Constrict: To make narrower, especially by encircling pressure.
  • Inhibit: To hold back, or to hinder.
  • Limit: A boundary or end.

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