Tension

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Tension refers to the state of being stretched tight, either physically or mentally. In the context of physics, it is the force transmitted through a string, rope, cable or similar object. In medicine, it can refer to the state of muscle stiffness or tightness, or the psychological state of stress or anxiety.

Physical Tension[edit | edit source]

In Physics, tension is described as a force that is transmitted through a string, rope, cable or similar object. It is a reactive force that opposes changes in the state of deformation of the material. Tension can also be described as the action-reaction pair of forces acting at each end of the said elements.

Medical Tension[edit | edit source]

In the medical field, tension can refer to a state of muscle stiffness or tightness. This can be a result of various conditions such as muscle strains, sprains, or inflammation. It can also be a symptom of certain diseases such as fibromyalgia or myofascial pain syndrome.

Tension can also refer to a psychological state of stress or anxiety. This can be caused by various factors such as work stress, personal issues, or mental health disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder.

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