Lihasjäykistyminen
Lihasjäykistyminen, also known as muscle stiffness or rigor mortis, is a temporary or permanent state of increased muscle tone. In living organisms, it can manifest as a feeling of tightness or resistance to movement, often occurring after strenuous exercise or due to certain medical conditions. This sensation is generally benign and resolves with rest, stretching, or appropriate treatment.
In the context of post-mortem changes, lihasjäykistyminen refers to the stiffening of muscles that occurs after