Definition of "reinjury" []

• Injury appearing for the second time. (noun)

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• "Rowand may not change the way he plays because of the broken nose, but the potential for reinjury is definitely present."
• "It also strengthens the surrounding muscles, taking pressure off the injured area, which allows it to heal more quickly and reduces the chances of reinjury."
• "Functional exercises are particularly important for preventing reinjury; for instance, the crunches and arm and leg raises described on pages 257 to 259 strengthen your back muscles, and stretching improves flexibility."