The Mechanical Properties of Burned Muscles

The Investigation of Muscle Mechanical Properties in Burned Patients.

The investigate of mechanical properties of muscles in burned patients.

The hypermetabolic response to severe burn is characterized by muscle protein catabolism. Current opinion states that the hypermetabolic state resolves soon after complete wound closure. Clinically, we have witnessed that burned patient appear to be hypermetabolic and catabolic long after full healing of their wounds. Our goal in this study was to determine muscle mechanical properties (tone, stiffness and elasticity) after burn.

Inclusion Criteria:

• burned patient
• major burn over %20 TBSA

Exclusion Criteria:

• Amputation
• Dead
• Systemic disease and abuse