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deconditioned

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deconditioned
Neurology adjective Referring to a musculoskeletal group that had previously been trained for a particular activity–eg, pole vaulting, cross-country running, etc, which has been underutilized, or suffered prolonged disuse. See Conditioned.


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Electrostimulation can reeducate weakened or deconditioned muscle in a part of the body that is neurologically impaired.
Research has shown that deconditioned muscles are more susceptible to muscle damage with activity.
For a severely deconditioned person, the option of being able to start rehabilitation with lowered intensity and duration makes physical activity less intimidating.
 
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