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Contracture
A definition of contracture
A contracture is the thickening and shortening of soft tissue. The thickening of tendons and ligaments results in a stiff joint with limited range of motion. Contractures often occur after joint injury, burns, immobilization of the joint, damage to the nerves and some inherited disorders. In order to treat a contracture, tension must be applied to the stiff joint to gradually elongate and stretch the tissue. Over time, a remodeling of the tissue will take place and range of motion of the joint will start to be restored. If you are suffering from a contracture, you may want to consider wearing a Dynasplint® System to aid in your rehabilitation process.
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