Contused

The adjective 'contused' describes bodily tissue that has been injured by a blow or impact, resulting in bruising, swelling, and discoloration of the skin without a break in the skin's surface. This injury typically involves damage to underlying blood vessels, causing blood to leak into the surrounding tissues. The severity of a contusion can vary from a minor bruise to a more significant injury that causes pain and functional impairment. The affected area may be tender to the touch and the discoloration can range from shades of red, purple, blue, or black, depending on the age of the bruise. Medical professionals assess contusions based on their size, depth, and associated symptoms. Promptly icing the injured area often alleviates pain and limits the extent of the bruising.

Contused meaning with examples

• After a tumble on the playground, the child's knee was noticeably contused, displaying a large, purplish bruise. Her mother quickly applied an ice pack, hoping to minimize the swelling and discoloration and the pain. The school nurse examined it, confirming it was nothing more serious than a superficial contusion, advising rest and monitoring for further symptoms.
• The boxer's face became severely contused during the third round after a powerful uppercut. His eye began to swell shut and the skin around his cheekbone displayed multiple shades of purple and blue. His corner quickly examined him and decided to stop the fight to prevent further injury to his face and brain and limit further contusions.
• The car accident victim reported feeling pain in their ribs, and medical examination revealed several contused areas. The emergency room doctor ordered an X-ray to rule out any fractures, but confirmed that they'd sustained some significant contusions, the result of blunt force trauma.
• During the intense soccer game, a player's shin collided with an opponent's knee, resulting in a contused lower leg. The players stopped the game until the player's contusion was iced and bandaged. The referee checked to make sure the player was able to return and play with no further harm to either player.
• The athlete's shoulder became contused after a heavy fall during a gymnastics routine. After the fall, the athlete was assessed and treated by the team's medical personnel to ensure there were no fractures or more severe injuries beneath the contused skin; a full recovery was expected, though time to heal was given.