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Strains,
sprains and bruises affect the soft tissues of the body. Most
commonly injured are the joint capsules, ligaments, muscles and
tendons. In order to treat soft tissue injuries effectively, a basic
understanding of the structure and function of the musculo-skeletal
system is helpful.
Blood
Vessels
Blood
vessels supply nutrition to and remove waste products from the
tissues of the body.
Bones
and Periosteum
Bones
form the rigid framework of the body. Periosteum is the sensitive
covering layer of the bone to which the tendons, capsules and
ligaments are attached.
Bursae
Bursae
are fluid-filled sacs, strategically placed to reduce friction
between layers of tissues; for example, between tendons and bones.
Joints,
Capsules and Ligaments
Joints
are the meeting places of two or more bones where movement takes
place. All joints are encased by a tough capsule. Capsules are
reinforced by strap-like bands called ligaments. Capsules and
ligaments have little 'give' and are common sites for injury.
Muscles
and Tendons
Muscles
are fleshy tissues, richly supplied with blood vessels. They
contract and shorten, or relax and lengthen. Tendons are strong
cable-like structures, which anchor the muscles to the bone. The
muscle-tendon unit is responsible for producing movement at the
joints. When compared to muscles, tendons have a poor blood supply
and therefore heal at a slower rate.
Nerves
Nerves
are the communication line connecting the brain and spinal cord with
the tissues of the body
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