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What type of force is applied perpendicular to the tissue in a direction away from it?
What type of force is applied perpendicular to the tissue in a direction away from it?
- Flexion
- Shear
- Tension (correct)
- Compression
Which force is applied perpendicular to the tissue in a direction toward it?
Which force is applied perpendicular to the tissue in a direction toward it?
- Shear
- Extension
- Compression (correct)
- Tension
What force is applied parallel to the cross-sectional area of the tissue?
What force is applied parallel to the cross-sectional area of the tissue?
- Torsion
- Extension
- Shear (correct)
- Compression
Which component consists of collagen and elastin fibers?
Which component consists of collagen and elastin fibers?
What happens when collagen is pushed beyond its yield point?
What happens when collagen is pushed beyond its yield point?
How does the presence of elastin affect tissue flexibility?
How does the presence of elastin affect tissue flexibility?
What is the purpose of autogenic inhibition in stretching?
What is the purpose of autogenic inhibition in stretching?
Which neurophysiological concept underlies reciprocal inhibition during stretching?
Which neurophysiological concept underlies reciprocal inhibition during stretching?
Which property of collagen allows for slow return to normal length after deformation?
Which property of collagen allows for slow return to normal length after deformation?
What happens when a stretch lasts longer than 6 seconds according to the text?
What happens when a stretch lasts longer than 6 seconds according to the text?
What is the main function of Golgi tendon organs (GTO) in relation to stretching?
What is the main function of Golgi tendon organs (GTO) in relation to stretching?
What is the purpose of reciprocal inhibition during stretching?
What is the purpose of reciprocal inhibition during stretching?
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