Juxtaarticular Muscle Function in Relation to Joint Distension

Article type: Review Article

Authors: Geborek, Pierre^{a; *}

Affiliations: [a] Lund University Hospital, Lund, Sweden

Note: [*] Address reprints requests to Dr. Pierre Geborek at the Department of Rheumatology, Lund University Hospital, S-221 85 Lund, Sweden.

Abstract: The relation between joint distension and juxtaarticular muscle function is reviewed with focus on human studies. The neurophysiological background and the methods used in humans are examined. The importance of treating the underlying cause for joint distention is stressed. especially regarding chronic compared with acute exudates. Aspiration of acute exudates is recommended in some cases to minimize juxtaarticular muscle wasting. Possible function studies are outlined.

Keywords: Neural inhibition, articular effusion, muscular function

DOI: 10.3233/IES-1992-2401

Journal: Isokinetics and Exercise Science, vol. 2, no. 4, pp. 148-153, 1992