[libribook.com] Traumatic Scar Tissue Management 1st Edition

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CollagenFibrous protein found in connective tissue, dermis, and fascia which providestensile strength, guards against over extension and can store and release energy.Collagen’s elastic-stiffening potential (viscoelastic property) is considered to beone of its defining features. Type I collagen is the fiber type typically laid downduring tissue remodeling. Under normal, healthy circumstances collagenturnover (reconstruction phase of healing) lasts from 300 to 500 days, meaning ittakes that length of time for collagen to fully mature – an importantconsideration in post-trauma recovery and rehabilitation.

Collagen crimpThe wavy formation seen in healthy/youthful collagen – this feature supportscollagen’s force transmission and energy facilitation roles. Aging,immobilization, lack of movement and injury can have a negative impact oncollagen crimp.Collagen cross-linkA chemical bond between adjacent collagen fibers. Physiological linkageaugments mechanical stability. Excessive collagen cross-links can interfere withslide potential and contribute to mobility restrictions. Conversely, insufficient orunstable bonds can diminish tissue integrity and stability.

Collagen crimp

The wavy formation seen in healthy/youthful collagen – this feature supports

collagen’s force transmission and energy facilitation roles. Aging,

immobilization, lack of movement and injury can have a negative impact on

collagen crimp.

Collagen cross-link

A chemical bond between adjacent collagen fibers. Physiological linkage

augments mechanical stability. Excessive collagen cross-links can interfere with

slide potential and contribute to mobility restrictions. Conversely, insufficient or

unstable bonds can diminish tissue integrity and stability.

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