Molecular Parameters Indicating Adaptation to Mechanical Stress in Fibrous Connective Tissue

by Stefan Milz, Michael Benjamin, Reinhard Putz

2005 · Springer Science & Business Media

The connective and supportive tissues constitute a considerable amount of the biomass in human and animal organisms. The aim of this book is to contribute to the understanding of the mutual relationship between the mechanical situation of tendons and ligaments and their inner structure.