Human tendons anatomy, physiology, and pathology

Focuses on the macroscopic and microscopic anatomy, physiology and pathology of human tendons. Topics covered in the text include: construction, function, metabolism and biomechanics; embryonal and postnatal development; pathologies and anomalies; effects of physical activity, immobilization, rehabi...

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Main Authors: Jozsa, Laszlo G. 1935- (Author), Kannus, Pekka 1959- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Illinois Human Kinetics 1997
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Summary:Focuses on the macroscopic and microscopic anatomy, physiology and pathology of human tendons. Topics covered in the text include: construction, function, metabolism and biomechanics; embryonal and postnatal development; pathologies and anomalies; effects of physical activity, immobilization, rehabilitation and ageing; history of tenotomy; injuries, disorders and diseases; diagnostic and treatment principles; healing, transplants and regeneration
Physical Description:ix, 574 pages illustrations, portraits 28 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:9780873224840
0873224841