A shortening of a muscle or joint, which can limit range of motion. A common complication for individuals with SMA.

Prolonged shortening of the Muscle or other soft Tissue around a joint, preventing Movement of the joint.

Plantar declination of the Foot.

Permanent fixation of the hip in primary positions, with limited passive or active Motion at the Hip Joint. Locomotion is difficult and Pain is sometimes present when the hip is in Motion. It may be c [..]

A type of permanent damage to Muscles and nerves that results from prolonged lack Blood flow to those Tissues. It is characterized by shortening and stiffening of the Muscles.

The loss of joint motion due to structural changes in non-bony tissue such as muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Braces are used to stretch out the muscles or maintain gains made through physical or rehabilitation therapy

Scars that restrict movement due to skin and underlying tissue that pull together during healing and usually occur when there is a large amount of tissue loss, such as after a burn.

an abnormal condition of a joint caused by a loss of muscle fibers or a loss of the normal flexibility of the skin.

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