PsychologyAugust 13, 2026

bedridden

BED-rid-un

Definition

Confined to bed for a long period of time due to illness, injury, or physical inability.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'bedreden', combining 'bed' and 'riden' (meaning 'ridden' or 'carried'), originally referring to someone who is forced to stay in bed.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the severe physical limitations of patients suffering from chronic neuropathic pain, highlighting the debilitating nature of their condition.

Ketamine and psychotherapy show promise as a combined approach to chronic neuropathic pain

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Medical Xpress

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