Muscle Performance and Strength - Lecture 3 Flashcards
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muscle performance
interaction b/w the physiologic, neurologic, psychologic, biomechanical systems
dzs to these systems can affect muscle performance
CV
endocrine
integ
MS
NM
pulmonary
3 components of muscle performance
strength
power
endurance
when do we use therapeutic intervention to improve muscle performance
impairments to power, strength or endurance
impairments must be related to –> muscle performance
fxnal limitation or disability
promote health, wellness and fitness
pain with active motion
strength
ability of contractile tissue to produce tension
a resultant force based on the demands placed on a single muscle
fxnal strength
ability of NM system to produce, reduce, or control forces during fxnal activities
fxnal strength is seen as
smooth and coordinated
insufficient muscular strength can lead to
major fxnal losses of even the simplest ADLs
strength training is a
integral component of rehab and conditioning programs for individuals of all ages
strength training definition
systemic procedure of a muscle or muscle group lifting, lowering, or controlling heavy loads (resistance) for a low number of reps in a short period of time
strength training results in
neural adaptations
increase in muscle fiber size = increased muscle strength = increase in the maximal force producing capacity of a muscle
muscle power
aspect of muscle performance that is related to strength and speed of movement
rate of performing work
how can muscle power be expressed
over a brief period of time or repeated bursts over less time
why do we do power training
many activities in our lives are composed of movements that are explosive and involve speed and strength
what is an important priority in a rehab program
re-establishing muscle power
what is some degree of muscle strength necessary for
developing muscle power
muscle strength is a precursor to muscle power
how can power be increased
increasing the work of a muscle must perform during a specified period of time
reducing the amount of time required to produce a given force
the greater the muscle power…
the greater the intensity of the exercise
shorter the period of time taken to generate the force
endurance training
characterized by having the ability to contract and lift of a lighter load for many reps
sustain a muscle contraction for an extended period of time
endurance training is…
low intensity muscle contractions
large number of reps
prolonged period of time
endurance training can have a more positive impact on
improving fxn
compared to strength training for some pts
endurance training minimizes
adverse forces on joints
endurance training produces less
irritation to soft tissue