Contrary to other tree species growing tentacle-like roots that widen as they lengthen, palm varieties generate roots that grow with the same girth regardless of age or length. Formed from the tree's base called the root-initiation zone, roots continually grow and die off from this specialized area.
A Soft tissue injury (STI) is the damage of muscles, ligaments and tendons throughout the body. Soft tissue injury (STI) is the damage of muscles, ligaments and tendons throughout the body.
Medical Definition of Bruise. Bruise: Injury of the soft tissues that results in breakage of the local capillaries and leakage of red blood cells. In the skin it can be seen as a reddish-purple discoloration that does not blanch when pressed. When a bruise fades, it becomes green and brown, as the body metabolizes the blood cells in the skin.