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Contracture Deformity
Alternate Names : Deformity - Contracture
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Contracture Deformity
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A contracture is a permanent tightening of muscle, tendons, ligaments, or skin that prevents normal movement of the associated body part. An injury such as a severe burn can cause contracture of the skin. The skin becomes scarred and nonelastic which limits the range of movement of the affected area.
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