Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • Tending to reduce congestion.
  • noun A remedy designed to reduce congestion.

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  • adjective Serving to decongest.

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Examples

  • Researchers, including those at MU, have found that the most effective method of care for lymphedema is complete decongestive physiotherapy, in which therapists use specialized lymphatic massage techniques to reduce protein-rich fluid buildup.

    D Mag - News 2010

  • Researchers, including those at MU, have found that the most effective method of care for lymphedema is complete decongestive physiotherapy, in which therapists use specialized lymphatic massage techniques to reduce protein-rich fluid buildup.

    D Mag - News 2010

  • Researchers, including those at MU, have found that the most effective method of care for lymphedema is complete decongestive physiotherapy, in which therapists use specialized lymphatic massage techniques to reduce protein-rich fluid buildup.

    Medlogs - Recent stories 2010

  • Researchers, including those at MU, have found that the most effective method of care for lymphedema is complete decongestive physiotherapy, in which therapists use specialized lymphatic massage techniques to reduce protein-rich fluid buildup.

    Medlogs - Recent stories 2010

  • Researchers, including those at MU, have found that the most effective method of care for lymphedema is complete decongestive physiotherapy, in which therapists use specialized lymphatic massage techniques to reduce protein-rich fluid buildup.

    innovations-report 2010

  • It is important to seek out a therapist certified in complete decongestive therapy (CDT), which includes MLD, to ensure the best treatment outcome.

    The Daily News Tribune Homepage RSS Nicole Tomasino/DAILY NEWS CORRESPONDENT 2010

  • It is important to seek out a therapist certified in complete decongestive therapy (CDT), which includes MLD, to ensure the best treatment outcome.

    The Daily News Tribune Homepage RSS Nicole Tomasino/DAILY NEWS CORRESPONDENT 2010

  • It is important to seek out a therapist certified in complete decongestive therapy (CDT), which includes MLD, to ensure the best treatment outcome.

    The Milford Daily News Homepage RSS Nicole Tomasino/DAILY NEWS CORRESPONDENT 2010

  • It is important to seek out a therapist certified in complete decongestive therapy (CDT), which includes MLD, to ensure the best treatment outcome.

    The Daily News Tribune Homepage RSS Nicole Tomasino/DAILY NEWS CORRESPONDENT 2010

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