What Protects Certain Nerves From Stretch Injury?

Conclusion: Tibial nerves have several unique histological features associated with size, shape and tissue composition compared to the peroneal nerve. We suggest that more fascicles with their tightly bound perineurium and more robust epineurium afford protection against stretch injury. Mechanical studies should clarify how size and shape contribute to nerve protection and/or neurapraxia. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: The Anatomical Record Part B: The New Anatomist - November 1, 2015 Category: Anatomy Authors: Nicholas B. Schraut, Sharon Walton, Jad Bou Monsef, Susan Shott, Anthony Serici, Lioubov Soulii, Farid Amirouche, Mark H. Gonzalez, James M. Kerns Tags: Full Length Article Source Type: research