Davis's law
Davis's Law (pronounced: /ˈdeɪvɪsɪz lɔː/) is a principle in anatomy and physiology that describes how soft tissue models along imposed demands. It is the corollary to Wolff's law, which deals with changes in the bone structure.
Etymology
The law is named after Henry Gassett Davis, an American orthopedic surgeon who first proposed the concept in the late 19th century.
Definition
Davis's Law states that soft tissue's structure will adapt to the stresses placed upon it over time. This means that if a certain movement or function is performed repeatedly, the soft tissues involved will change and adapt to make that movement or function more efficient. This can include changes in muscle size and strength, tendon stiffness, and even the arrangement of fibers within the tissues.
Related Terms
- Soft tissue: Tissues that connect, support, or surround other structures and organs of the body that are not bone.
- Stress (physiology): The body's method of reacting to a challenge or physical and mental barrier.
- Adaptation (physiology): The process and the ability of an organism to change its physiological structure, function or habits in order to better survive in its environment.
- Wolff's law: A theory developed by the German anatomist and surgeon Julius Wolff in the 19th century that states that bone in a healthy person or animal will adapt to the loads under which it is placed.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Davis's law
- Wikipedia's article - Davis's law
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