Fibrosis of connective tissue in the skin, fascia, muscle, or joint capsule that prevents normal mobility is called

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Fibrosis of connective tissue in the skin, fascia, muscle, or joint capsule that prevents normal mobility is called a contracture. A contracture is a permanent shortening of a muscle or joint due to fibrosis of connective tissue surrounding the muscle or joint. This can occur as a result of trauma, injury, or being immobilized for an extended period of time. Ganglion cyst, osteophyte, adenofibroma, and fibromyoma are all different conditions that do not involve fibrosis of connective tissue leading to reduced mobility.

Fibrosis of Connective Tissue in the Skin, Fascia, Muscle, or Joint