Connective Tissue

Connective tissue is any type of biological tissue with an extensive extracellular matrix. There are several basic types:

Bone contains specialized cells called osteocytes embedded in a mineralized extracellular matrix, and functions for general support.

Fibrous connective tissue forms ligaments and tendons.

Loose connective tissue holds organs and epithelia in place, and has a variety of proteinaceous fibers, including collagen and elastin.  Loose connective tissue includes the fascia and myofasica.

Cartilage is found primarily in joints, where it provides cushioning. The extracellular matrix of cartilage is composed primarily of chondroitin sulfate.

The extracellular matrix of blood is the blood plasma, which transports dissolved nutrients, hormones, and carbon dioxide in the form of bicarbonate. The main cellular component is red blood cells.

Adipose tissue contains adipocytes, used for cushioning, insulation, and energy storage.

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Mineralized Tissues in Oral and Craniofacial Science: Biological Principles and Clinical Correlates Description Mineralized Tissues in Oral and Craniofacial Science is a major comprehensive update on knowledge in the field of mineralized tissues in the oral and craniofacial region. Drs. McCauley and Somerman assembled an international team of researchers and clinicians, offering a global perspective on the current knowledge in this field...

Medical Management of Rheumatic Musculoskeletal & Connective Tissue Disease (Antioxidants in Health & Disea) Author: Jan Dequeker Description Covers essential topics on musculoskeletal and connective tissue diseases and the appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic measures-describing major syndromes as seen in daily practice while drawing on the invaluable expertise of four distinguished researchers from the US and Europe.

Fascial and Membrane Technique: A manual for comprehensive treatment of the connective tissue system, 1e Author: Peter Schwind PhD Description The fascial and membrane technique developed by Peter Schwind combines the fundamental thoughts from Ida Rolf´s Structural Integration with concepts of osteopathy, creating a successful combination of form-stabilizing and mobilizing techniques...

Soft Tissue Rheumatology (Oxford Medical Publications) Description This is a beautifully illustrated, up to date text dealing with the clinical and scientific aspects of soft tissue complaints including disorders of the tendon, ligament, bursa, fascia, muscle and nerve...

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