The induced-fit theory originated with Koshland and corresponds to an extension of the lock-and-key principle, which assumes that anatomical structures fit together. Induced-fit refers to enzymes such as kinase that change their conformation to form an enzyme-ligand complex. In enzyme defects, the induced-fit principle may be affected by perturbations. What is induced-fit? There is binding … Induced-fit: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
Causes Causes of biceps tendon inflammation are usually overstraining due to a heavy load on the biceps, e.g. during weight training and weight lifting. Due to the location of the biceps tendon between the two bony projections on the upper arm (tuberculi major et minor) in the so-called biceps furrow (sulcus intertubercularis), the tendon is … Causes | Therapy for biceps tendon inflammation
Test A test to diagnose an inflammation of the biceps tendon is, in addition to the medical history (course of disease, accidents, etc.) and physical examination, also a functional test of the muscle. In case of an inflammation, the abduction of the arm (the abduction) against resistance is very painful and limited. The function of … Test | Therapy for biceps tendon inflammation
Rupture of biceps tendon/rupture Recurring or severe inflammation can change the composition of the biceps tendon. It becomes less resilient and brittle. In the case of chronic inflammation of the biceps tendon or other inflammatory or degenerative diseases of the shoulder joint, the tendon may tear if the strain is not adequate. More rare is … Rupture of biceps tendon/rupture | Therapy for biceps tendon inflammation
Our muscle biceps brachii is an important muscle for our upper extremity. It has two heads, one long and one short (Caput longum et breve), which are attached differently to the shoulder blade. Its function is to move the forearm, so it bends the elbow and turns the hand into supination position (all parts). Physiotherapy … Therapy for biceps tendon inflammation
