Anatomy and Physiology

What is muscle atrophy?

Unused muscles reduced in size.
Denervation Atrophy

Paralyzed or spinal injury / stimulation of nerve is not there.
Diffuse Atrophy

Occurs when limb has been in a cast.

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AngelCassidy

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44626

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Anatomy and Physiology

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Muscle Atrophy

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2010-10-24T23:07:45Z