Define Compression

Define Compression FAQ

What does compression mean?

Compression is a force that squeezes something together. Materials are only useful if they can withstand forces. How do you know when to use tension or compression? If the magnitudes of a calculated force is positive and it is pointing away from the joint, you have tension. If it is negative and pointing away from the joint you have compression.

What does compression refer to in science?

Compression, decrease in volume of any object or substance resulting from applied stress. Compression may be undergone by solids, liquids, and gases and by living systems.

What are the types of compression?

Compression is especially valuable when the hearing loss results in a reduction in the dynamic range or recruitment. There are several types of compression techniques: compression limiting. dynamic range compression. frequency dependent compression. curvilinear compression.

What does the medical term compression mean?

Medical Definition of Compression. Compression: 1. The act of pressing together. As in a compression fracture, nerve compression, or spinal cord compression. 2. To shorten in time.