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What happens when a muscle is stretched quickly?
What happens when a muscle is stretched quickly?
What is the role of Golgi Tendon Organ (GTO) when muscle is stretched slowly?
What is the role of Golgi Tendon Organ (GTO) when muscle is stretched slowly?
What is the function of collagen fibers in soft tissues?
What is the function of collagen fibers in soft tissues?
How do elastin fibers behave under light loads?
How do elastin fibers behave under light loads?
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Why is it important to prevent irreversible contractures when stretching soft tissues?
Why is it important to prevent irreversible contractures when stretching soft tissues?
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What is one goal of increasing flexibility prior to strengthening exercises?
What is one goal of increasing flexibility prior to strengthening exercises?
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How can connective tissue adapt with immobilization?
How can connective tissue adapt with immobilization?
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What happens to collagen fibers beyond their deformation point?
What happens to collagen fibers beyond their deformation point?
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Why do elastin fibers elongate under light loads?
Why do elastin fibers elongate under light loads?
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What is the role of muscle spindle when muscle is stretched quickly?
What is the role of muscle spindle when muscle is stretched quickly?
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