immobilization
Training the Uninjured Side During Recovery: How Cross-Education Helps Preserve Strength
When an arm or leg is immobilized after an injury, surgery, fracture, tendon repair, or joint problem, the goal is usually to protect healing tissue. Casting, bracing, slings, boots, and surgical restrictions can all be necessary parts of recovery. The problem is that immobilization also creates a rapid loss of strength, muscle size, coordination, and neuromuscular control.