Muscular
Alec Corrales
Function
mobility, strength, heat production, shock absorption, shaping the body, maintaining posture, and respiration
Skeletal Systems
A muscle fiber generates tension when properly stimulated, for instance by the nervous system or by electrical impulses. This physiological process is called muscle contraction. While under tension, the muscle may lengthen, shorten, or remain the same.
Tendinitis
Tendons are flexible bands of tissue that connect muscles to bones. They help your muscles move your bones. Tendinitis is the severe swelling of a tendon. They include tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, pitcher's shoulder, swimmer's shoulder, and jumper's knee. The first step in treatment is to reduce pain and swelling. Rest, wrapping or elevating the affected area, and medicines can help. Ice is helpful for recent, severe injuries. Other treatments include ultrasound, physical therapy, steroid injections, and surgery.