Reducible

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Definition - What does Reducible mean?

Reducible, within the context of health and wellness, refers to a condition that is capable of being reduced or repaired.

SureHire explains Reducible

Reducible is a medical term that refers to any number of physical conditions that are capable of being corrected or minimized. A reducible bone fracture is one that is can be realigned. A reducible hernia is one in which the displaced organs can be reset using manipulation. In contrast, a condition that is not susceptible to repair by reduction is irreducible.

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