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Q: What happens to artificial joints during cremation?
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Does the body move during cremation?

It probably does. The muscles skin and connective tissues will react differently to the extreme heat and may cause arms and legs and other joints to tighten for a few moments. It seems it would be a distressing thing to witness, especially if it is the cremation of a loved one. I doubt that most establishments would allow it.


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