bedridden

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This insight opens the possibility of developing medications that replicate the benefits of exercise, offering new hope for older adults, bedridden patients, and individuals with chronic illnesses who face a higher risk of fractures.

From Science Daily • Jan. 27, 2026

Most of the building's residents were sick and bedridden elderly people.

From Barron's • Nov. 14, 2025

“God’s got my back,” he sang, still bedridden.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

"Many elderly residents are also bedridden because of chronic illness, and no one could help them," Ms Yang said.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

"Lord Hoster is bedridden, my lady," her father's steward explained.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin