asmi
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limb immobilization in a cast causes decreased number of myofibrils .How ?
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| mjl1717
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I think the key word here is atrophy
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| mistral92
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angular atrophy primarily of type 2 ( white) fibers
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| asmi
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yes correct 
immobilization---> lack of stimulation of muscles----> decreased number of myofibrils.....mainly an example of ATROPHY
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