Frustrated by this prolonged inactivity he tried to return to work too early and he promptly collapsed.

The prolonged inactivity, the seductive comfort of routine, and the lack of progress bothered him.

A cervical collar should not be used for longer than 72 hours as it may lead to prolonged inactivity.

The prolonged inactivity not only took a physical toll but soon began to depress her.

However, prolonged inactivity should be avoided.

"We see it most distinctly with athletes," Willer said about negative results from prolonged inactivity.

Watching food and cooking shows may therefore represent an especially unhealthy combination: prolonged inactivity mixed with near-constant images of appetizing foods.

Each ailment would probably have run its course in time, but Mom's prescription was plenty of good food during prolonged inactivity.

Scott, Picard suspected, was, like himself, not one to appreciate the virtues of prolonged inactivity.

We are all concerned about the prolonged inactivity - seven months now - of the Community fleet which was fishing in Moroccan waters.