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Ligaments connect bones to bones and need to stretch more than tendons, which connect muscles to bones, because they are responsible for stabilizing joints and allowing a greater range of motion. Tendons need less flexibility as their main function is to transmit force from muscles to bones to facilitate movement.
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How much does rubber stretch when pulled?
Rubber can stretch up to about 500-600 of its original length when pulled.
Will a satiny rayon fabric stretch?
Yes, satiny rayon fabric can stretch to a certain extent due to its composition and weaving technique. However, it may not have as much stretch as fabrics like spandex or elastane. It's important to handle satiny rayon carefully to avoid stretching it out of shape.
What would happen to a rubber band if weight is added to it?
If weight is added to a rubber band, it will stretch and elongate. The amount of stretch will depend on the elasticity and strength of the rubber band. Eventually, if too much weight is added, the rubber band may break.
If a certain spring stretches 4cm when a load of 10N is suspended from it how much will the spring stretch if it is cut in half and 10N is suspended from it?
If the spring is cut in half, its stiffness will increase and it will stretch less for the same load. The new stretch will depend on the new stiffness of the spring. Without knowing the exact stiffness of the original spring and the new one, it is difficult to determine the exact stretch without calculations.
Can you stretch your butt too much?
Yes, it is possible to overstretch the muscles in your buttocks. Overstretching can lead to injury, such as strains or tears in the muscles. It is important to listen to your body and stretch within a comfortable range of motion to avoid overstretching.
What is happens when the tendon is stretch too much?
Hyper extension
Why do ligaments need to stretch much more than tendon bones?
So the bones and muscles have a wider range of movement without restriction
What reflex prevents a muscle from exerting too much tension?
It's called the stretch reflex and involves muscle spindles which are sensorimotor organs located in skeletal muscle.
Which heals better ligaments or tendons?
Both tendons and Ligaments heal at extremely slow rates because these connective tissues are avascular (lack of blood supply). Whereas other connective tissues such as bone heal at a MUCH higher rate because of high vascularity.
What is ligment?
A ligament is a band of tissue that connects bones and hold various organs in place. Ligaments are found all over the human body. There are three types of ligaments. Peritoneal ligaments, fetal remnant ligaments, and articular ligaments. The peritoneal ligaments is made up of folds of peritoneum. Fetal remnant ligaments are ligaments that are found in very young children. The articular ligaments are ligaments that are found in the joints and connecting bones. Ligaments are slightly elastic; when under tension, they gradually lengthen. This is one reason why dislocated joints must be set as quickly as possible: if the ligaments lengthen too much, then the joint will be weakened, becoming prone to future dislocations. Athletes, gymnasts, dancers, and martial artists perform stretching exercises to lengthen their ligaments, making their joints more supple. The term double-jointed refers to people who have more elastic ligaments, allowing their joints to stretch and contort further. The medical term for describing such double-jointed persons is hyperlaxity and double-jointed is a synonym of hyperlax.
Why do tendons hardly stretch at all when a muscle contracts?
Tendons arent made to stretch.Their purpose is to connect the muscle to the bone.If stretched,the tendon might tear.Same goes for ligaments.You stretch your muscles!
What effect will tearing the of a tendon have on its corresponding muscle?
The corresponding muscle will shrink due to the decreased activity tendon. This is because when the tendon is torn the area around the tendon will not be in very much use until the tendon is repaired which can take a good while unless professionally handled. The muscle will go back to its original size once the tendon heals and the muscle is used more.
How far can a ligament stretch?
Ligaments must be able to stretch so that when the arm stretches, the ligament stretches too if it doesn't you will going to feel pain.
How much of the extensor tendon may be lacerated without loss of function?
No more than 20%.
How do you stretch the cartilage piercing?
Same as you would stretch any other piercing except much more slowly. Cartilage is difficult to stretch and may not stretch. It just varies from person to person.
How are ligaments and cartilage functionally similar in joints?
No, tendons are not the same as ligaments. Unfortunately, I was absent a long time ago when my class learned about that. So here is something:People often talk about tendons and ligaments as if they are the same thing, but these two types of soft tissue actually perform different functions for the body.A tendon connects muscle to bone. These tough, yet flexible, bands of fibrous tissue attach to the skeletal muscles that move your bones. Tendons essentially enable one to move since they act as intermediaries between the muscles creating the motion of the bones.I'd say the most famous tendon is the Achilles tendon (named after the character Brad Pitt played in the movie Troy) which connects the muscles of your calf to your heel. Also, if you watch the tops of your hands while you type, you can see your tendons at work. Pretty cool, huh?So what's a ligament? If you want to know then read moreLigaments are similar to tendons, but they connect bone to bone and help to stabilize joints. They are composed mostly of long, stringy collagen fibers creating short bands of tough fibrous connective tissue.Ligaments are slightly elastic, so they can be stretched to gradually lengthen increasing flexibility. Athletes and dancers stretch their ligaments to make their joints more supple, and to prevent injury.Here's a cool fact: The term double-jointed refers to people who have more elastic ligaments.You might have heard of some of the ligaments found in the knee since they often tear, especially the ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) when skiing. In fact four ligaments connect the tibia (shin bone) to the femur (thigh bone) to provide structure for the knee.
What effect on the quadriceps muscle when tendon is stretched too much?
if the quads contract too much, then there is a possible danger that the tendon could be damadged.
