HMS Quiz Flashcards
1
Q
When an agonist receives a signal to contract, it’s functional antagonist also receives an inhibitory signal allowing f it to lengthen. What is this called?
A
Reciprocal inhibition
2
Q
When muscles on each side of a joint have altered length-tension relationships
A
Muscle imbalance
3
Q
When a muscles resting length is too short or too long, reducing the amount of force it can produce
A
Altered length tension relationship
4
Q
When an overactive agonist muscle decreases the neural drive to its functional antagonist
A
Altered reciprocal inhibition
