In vivo [1] and in vitro [2–4] studies show that cell and matrix alignment can be significantly affected by mechanical stimuli. Even in highly aligned engineered tissues, cells are able to remodel the collagen orientation when loading conditions are altered [4].
Volume Subject Area:
Growth, Remodeling, and Repair
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