Muscular Contractions Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What are the 2 TYPES of CONTRACTIONS?
A
- Isometric
- Isotonic
2
Q
What is an ISOMETRIC CONTRACTION?
A
When an activated muscle does not change length or create movement
3
Q
What is an ISOTONIC CONTRACTION?
A
- When a muscle Shortens/Lengthens
- To create movement
- Concentric and Eccentric
4
Q
What is a FIXATOR?
A
Muscle that stabilise the origin of the Agonist
5
Q
What is the SYNERGIST?
A
Muscle that stabilise a joint around which a movement occurs
