Immobilization Mr. Chen’s joint and surrounding structures, including the following, will undergo striking changes during immobilization: ■ bone: weakened, decreased collagen and mineral ■ capsule: shrinking, increased resistance to movement ■ ligament: decreased crosslinks, decreased tensile strength■ tendon: decreased crosslinks, disorganization of collagen fibrils, decreased tensile strength ■ muscle: loss of sarcomeres in series, decreased contractile proteins ■ cartilage: swelling, decreased PG concentration These changes occur within 8 weeks, but recovery may take 18 months or longer.
Posted on: Sun, 23 Nov 2014 09:13:15 +0000
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