Tissue stress
Tissue Stress
Tissue stress (pronunciation: /ˈtɪʃuː strɛs/) is a medical term referring to the strain or damage caused to tissue due to various factors such as physical exertion, injury, or disease.
Etymology
The term 'tissue stress' is derived from the Latin word 'textus' meaning 'woven' and the Middle English word 'stresse' meaning 'hardship' or 'adversity'.
Definition
Tissue stress is the physical strain or damage that occurs in the body's tissues. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including physical exertion, injury, or disease. Tissue stress can lead to a range of health problems, including pain, inflammation, and tissue damage.
Related Terms
- Strain: A strain is a type of injury to a muscle or tendon, which are the tissues that connect muscles to bones. It is often caused by overuse, force, or stretching.
- Stress Fracture: A stress fracture is a small crack in a bone that occurs over time due to repeated stress on the bone, such as from high-impact sports.
- Tissue Damage: Tissue damage refers to harm caused to tissues in the body. This can occur due to injury, disease, or exposure to harmful substances.
- Inflammation: Inflammation is the body's response to injury or disease. It involves the immune system sending white blood cells and substances to the affected area to protect it from foreign substances.
- Pain: Pain is an unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pain has both physical and emotional components.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tissue stress
- Wikipedia's article - Tissue stress
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