Ex vivo study correlating the stiffness of the ovine patellar tendon to age and weight
ABSTRACTTendons play a crucial role in the musculoskeletal system. In humans, tendon injuries, especially chronic tendinopathy, are very common and the patellar tendon is a frequent location for tendinopathy or injuries. The biomechanical characteristics of the patellar tendon, such as elasticity an...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2022-12-01
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Series: | International Biomechanics |
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Online Access: | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/23335432.2022.2108899 |