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Q: What is The disuse of these muscles over a long period of time is called?
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What happens to leg muscles due to the disuse of these muscles over a long period of time?

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What is the medical term meaning disuse of muscles over a long period of time?

Muscular atrophyThe term you are probably looking for is atrophy. Atrophy is a weakening of the muscles that occurs after long periods where they are not used. It doesn't describe the time period, but rather the result.


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