Osteocytes primarily maintain bone tissue by sensing mechanical stress and coordinating continuous bone remodeling. Through an extensive communication network, they regulate the activity of osteoblasts, which form bone, and osteoclasts, which resorb it. Osteocytes also help maintain mineral homeostasis and enable bones to adapt to changes in physical activity and loading.
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