Definitions Flashcards
1
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Mechanotransduction
A
Cells sense mechanical stimuli and respond by converting it to biochemical signals to elicit specific cellular response
2
Q
Slump Test
A
Assess for pain reproduced when applying pressure on the dura by placing patient in slump position (sitting down, leaning forward, knee extended, head down)
3
Q
Stress
A
Force that causes strain, i.e. deformation of tissue
4
Q
Elastic range
A
When force is released, the tissue will return to original size
5
Q
Elastic limit
A
If the tissue is stretched beyond this point then the tissue will be permanently deformed
6
Q
Plastic range
A
Permanent deformation range
7
Q
Failure
A
Rupture of the tissue due to sufficient force
