Reflexes Flashcards
1
Q
Stretch reflex is associated with muscle fibers.
Where and what do they monitor?
A
stretch reflex=muscle spindle fibres>skeletal muscle belly>stretch the muscle>rate of change in length.
2
Q
The GTO is associated with the golgi tendon organs.
Where and what do they monitor?
A
GTO=golgi tendon organs>musculotendinous junction>detects muscle tension.
3
Q
Stretch reflex: agonist muscle contracts/relaxes; antagonist muscle contracts/relaxes.
A
Contracts, relaxes
4
Q
GTO: agonist muscle contracts/relaxes; too much tension is detected at the tendon.
A
Relaxes
5
Q
True or false:
The primary massage technique that uses the stretch reflex is stripping.
A
True
6
Q
True or false:
Both stretch reflex and GTO are to protect your muscles and tendons from damage and injury.
A
True
