Tendon Healing Flashcards
1
Q
Fibroblasts
What are they?
A
Cells that create connective tissue throughout the body
These are called what?
2
Q
Fibroblasts
What type of collagen do Fibroblasts create?
A
Type 3 collagen
Created by what?
3
Q
Fibroblasts
Create what?
A
Scar tissue
Formed by what?
4
Q
Scar tissue
What is it?
A
Unorganized tendon fibers
Called what?
5
Q
What happens to scar tissue over time and how long does this take?
A
Breaks down to become aligned, remodeled tissue. Months to years
6
Q
Scar tissue
Compare it to healthy tissue
A
Weaker, thicker, and unorganized structurally
7
Q
What are tendons?
A
Fibrous collagen tissue
8
Q
What are the two main functions of tendons?
A
- Attach muscle to bone
- Transfer of forces
9
Q
Why do partial thickness tears progress?
A
More force going through smaller surface area of cuff
