Cha. 7 - Muscular Force Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is Length-tension relationship?
A
The resting length of a muscle and the tension the muscle can produce at this resting length
2
Q
What is Resting length?
A
The length of a muscle when it is not actively contracting or being stretched
3
Q
What is Muscle balance?
A
When all muscles surrounding a joint have optimal length-tension relationships, allowing the joint to rest in a neutral position
4
Q
What is Altered length-tension relationship?
A
When a muscle’s resting length is too short or too long, reducing. The amount of force it can produce
5
Q
What is Reciprocal inhibition
A
When an agonists receives a signal to contract, its functional antagonist also receives an inhibitory signal allowing it to lengthen
