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Traction
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tração (terapêutica), tração médica
a therapeutic method to relieve pain and treat muscle and skeletal disorders by realigning and stretching the spine
What is "traction"?
Traction is a medical treatment that involves gently pulling a part of the body, typically the spine or limbs, to relieve pressure on the skeletal system and associated nerves. This technique is used to treat conditions such as spinal fractures, slipped discs, or joint dislocations by stretching and adjusting the affected area. Traction can be applied by hand by healthcare professionals or through mechanical devices designed to provide controlled pulling forces. The goal of traction is to reduce pain, improve movement, and support the healing process of muscle or bone injuries.
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tração, fricção
the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)
traction
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tract
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detraction
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detraction
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distraction
n
distraction
n
protraction
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protraction
n
Exemplo
The tread provided excellent traction on wet roads.
The rubber outsole on the sneakers provided excellent traction on wet surfaces.
The rubberlike soles of the shoes provided excellent traction on slippery surfaces.
The train on the cog railway had extra traction.
The design of the Berkshire locomotive included a large boiler and multiple driving wheels for traction.
