Loading rate and contraction duration effects on in vivo human Achilles tendon mechanical properties
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DOI: 10.1111/cpf.12472
Abstract: Tendons are viscoelastic, which implies loading rate dependency, but loading rates of contractions are often not controlled during assessment of human tendon mechanical properties in vivo. We investigated the effects of sustained submaximal isometric plantarflexion… read more here.
Keywords: human achilles; tendon mechanical; loading rate; achilles tendon ... See more keywords
Time-Dependent Alterations of MMPs, TIMPs and Tendon Structure in Human Achilles Tendons after Acute Rupture
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DOI: 10.3390/ijms18102199
Abstract: A balance between matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and their inhibitors (TIMPs) is required to maintain tendon homeostasis. Variation in this balance over time might impact on the success of tendon healing. This study aimed to analyze… read more here.
Keywords: achilles tendons; human achilles; rupture; time ... See more keywords