Definition

Relating to the period or condition following a broken bone.

Example

The patient received special care during the postfracture recovery phase.

Conversation

How's your recovery going after the injury?

It's been tough, but I'm finally getting better.

That's great to hear! Are you doing any postfracture exercises yet?

Yes, I've started some light workouts to regain strength.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Postfracture → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "fractura" (from Latin, meaning to break). The word refers to the condition or state that occurs after a break or fracture.

Memory Tip

Think of 'after' ('post-') something has 'broken' ('fractura') — that's why postfracture refers to the time or condition following a break.

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