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Review Principles of Muscle Mechanics
3. Contraction does not always shorten a
muscle:
•
Isometric contraction: no shortening; muscle
tension increases but does not exceed the
load
•
Isotonic contraction: muscle shortens
because muscle tension exceeds the load
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