contracture

Basic Information

Description
A musculoskeletal system symptom that is characterized by a permanent tightening of the muscles, tendons, skin, and nearby tissues that causes the joints to shorten and become very stiff.
Identifier
SYMP_0020039
Notation
SYMP:0020039
Category
symptoms

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