Correlation of Skeletal Muscle Anatomy to MRI and US Findings

  • Alberto Tagliafico
  • Bianca Bignotti
  • Sonia Airaldi
  • Carlo Martinoli
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Abstract

Muscles are anatomical structures with the capability to reduce their length if stimulated appropriately. In this chapter the anatomy of the skeletal muscle and of its imaging appearance are briefly reviewed. The anatomic description starts from the microscopical anatomy to reach the macroscopical anatomy. Biomechanical principles of levers and muscular contraction are also reviewed. Imaging features are described with an emphasis on ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging. Moreover, a brief overview on accessory muscles is presented.

Keywords

Diffusion Tensor Imaging Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Popliteal Artery Eccentric Contraction Muscle Thickness 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Alberto Tagliafico
    • 1
  • Bianca Bignotti
    • 2
  • Sonia Airaldi
    • 2
  • Carlo Martinoli
    • 2
  1. 1.Department of Experimental Medicine (DIMES)University of GenovaGenoaItaly
  2. 2.Department of Health Sciences (DISSAL)University of GenovaGenoaItaly

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