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Connective Tissue

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Connective tissue is a broad term referring to different supportive tissue types within the musculoskeletal system. All connective tissues consist of a main ground substance (matrix), a set of protein fibers, and a community of cells living among the fibers. Variations are based on thickness of the matrix, density of fiber content, and types of cells present.

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​Loose connective tissues include adipose (fat) and muscle coatings. Dense connective tissues contain more collagen fibers and include tendons and ligaments. Cartilage has a rubberized form of the gel matrix and an even higher density of fibers. Bone is the most dense connective tissue with a calcified matrix. The protein fibers are interwoven throughout all the connective tissues, so anything that affects the tissue anywhere translates throughout the body. ​

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