Intermediate
Technical
In the Industry Vocabulary Test
Reduction maneuver
A specific technique or series of movements used to realign displaced bone fragments or dislocated joints.
Full Definition
A reduction maneuver refers to the specific techniques, positioning, and applied forces used to restore normal anatomical alignment of displaced bone fragments in fractures or dislocated joint structures. These maneuvers may be performed through closed (non-operative) or open (surgical) techniques and often follow established protocols based on the specific injury pattern. Successful reduction maneuvers require understanding of the mechanism of injury, fracture pattern, and surrounding anatomy to safely and effectively restore alignment.
Usage
Usage note: Many maneuvers are named after the physicians who described them.
In Context
- "The Stimson reduction maneuver was attempted for the posterior shoulder dislocation." — Emergency department note
- "Multiple reduction maneuvers were required to achieve acceptable alignment of the fracture fragments." — Operative report
Also known as
reduction technique
realignment procedure
Don't confuse with
stabilization procedure
fixation technique