Theory 24/Bone remodelling/Termination phase
Termination Is Signalled by Strain
The claim
A remodelling cycle ends when the ratio of local strain to osteocyte sensitivity returns to normal, so the cycle closes on function rather than time.
01Mechanism
Restored mechanical state silences the signal; the ratio determines closure.
02Prediction
Closure should track strain recovery.
03Refutation
Closure tracking elapsed time would remove the signal.